Stone-Lapping Fish (Garra cambodgiensis)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameGarra cambodgiensis
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asFalse Siamese Algae Eater, Stonelapping Minnow, Cambodian Logsucker
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 70-79°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-15 dGH
Appearance
Slender silvery body with a dark lateral stripe and a sucker mouth for rasping algae from rocks.
Difficulty and care for the Stone-Lapping Fish
Easy
Origin and habitat
Southeast Asia (Mekong and Chao Phraya basins)
Keeper notes
Peaceful grazer often confused with the Siamese algae eater; may chase conspecifics over feeding spots if kept too few.
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