Chinese Algae Eater Sucking Loach, Indian Algae Eater, Siamese
Algae EaterFamily: GyrinocheilidaeGyrinocheilus aymonieriPhoto
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Chinese Algae Eater is a workhorse when it comes to its job...
eating algae! The Chinese Algae Eater Gyrinocheilus aymonieri is
a one of the best known aquarium fish. It is found in large
areas of Southeast Asia and southern parts of China. It was
first exported to Germany in 1956 for the aquarium trade, but In
its native countries it is used as a food fish. This fish is
very much desired by many aquarists. Though not the most
beautiful of fishes, it is mainly appreciated for its ability to
keep the aquarium free of algae. It does a great job at that
when it's a youngster but as it matures its diet preferences
begin to change. It will start looking for a meatier food
source, like small crustaceans and even the slime coating of
other fish, and it also starts enjoying the easier foods
supplied by its keeper. There are several ot