Gastromyzon ctenocephalus (Borneo Gastromyzon)

Gastromyzon ctenocephalus (Borneo Gastromyzon)

Description

Flat body with a presence of fins on the sides, allowing the fish to make a "suction cup". Body dotted with white with ocher peas.

Gastromyzon Ctenocephalus fish is a cold water fish from the Sumatra region in Indonesia. It is a gregarious fish that likes to live in groups and is often found in streams and mountain rivers.

The Ctenocephalus gastromyzon has an elongated and flattened body, with a flat head and a mouth below the body. Its color varies from dark brown to light gray, with black and white marks on the body. The Gastromyzon Ctenocephalus also has a row of black dots along each side of its body, which gives it a striped appearance.

Gastromyzon Ctenocephalus is a suction cup fish, which means that it can be fixed to solid surfaces thanks to suction cups located on its belly. He uses this ability to eat by fixing rocks and aspiring algae and small living organisms attached to it.

Gastromyzon Ctenocephalus is a peaceful fish that can be heard well with other species of fish. However, it is sensitive to temperature changes and must be maintained in a well -equipped aquarium with a constant filter and temperature.

Because of its beauty and calm personality, the Gastromyzon Ctenocephalus is a popular fish with aquarophilia lovers. It is a fascinating fish to observe and can be an excellent companion for other cold water fish in a well -maintained aquarium.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 5 cm
  • Behaviour : Gregarious
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 20 - 24 °C
  • pH : 6.0 - 7.0
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 100

Dimorphism

Almost invisible

Reproduction

Very rare aearium in aquarium, it takes place as a hidden substrate.

Contribution

  • Created by : AntoineR
  • Last update : 24/11/2022

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