Chinese Sucker Hillstream Loach (Sinogastromyzon wui)

Fish in the family Gastromyzontidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameSinogastromyzon wui

FamilyGastromyzontidae

Also known asWu's Hillstream Loach, Yunnan Hillstream Loach

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size2.5 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 68-75°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 6-15 dGH

Appearance

Flattened body with very broad fan-like pectoral fins and a mottled gray-and-cream pattern.

Difficulty and care for the Chinese Sucker Hillstream Loach

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Southern China (Yunnan)

Keeper notes

Peaceful, social grazer with broad winglike pectorals; males spar harmlessly. Safe with shrimp.

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