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Siamese Alga Eater

The Siamese alga eaters may be slightly larger than the majority of freshwater tropical fish species that you'll find in various tanks. These bottom-loving fish can grow upto 6 inches (16 cm), sometimes a little longer.<br>For the best results with fish care, owners should have at least 30-gallon tanks. They will be able to swim comfortably and hide when they need it.<br>

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Siamese Alga Eater

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  1. Siamese Alga Eater The Siamese alga eaters may be slightly larger than the majority of freshwater tropical fish species that you'll find in various tanks. These bottom-loving fish can grow upto 6 inches (16 cm), sometimes a little longer. For the best results with fish care, owners should have at least 30-gallon tanks. They will be able to swim comfortably and hide when they need it. Species Overview The freshwater residents of the Cyprinidae carp family, which includes Siamese algae eaters (Crossocheilus sinensis and crossocheilus obslongus), are freshwater fish species of the Cyprinidae Cyprinidae. These tropical fish species can be found on the continent of Southeast Asia, in Thailand, and are bottom-dwellers. They are found in the Malay Peninsula, Chao Phraya and the basins of Mekong and Chao Phraya. Siamese algae eaters prefer to live in their natural environment over the stream and river environments. They are also found in the rainy season's flooded forests. The benefits of adding them in your tank Siamese algae eaters, or "psi", as their name suggests, eat naturally growing algae from their natural habitat. These peaceful fish can be used to prevent fast-growing algae from taking over aquarium space (much like Amano shrimp).

  2. Many fish experts recommend that you allow some algae growth in your tank to maintain a healthy ecosystem and proper feeding. However, excessive algae growth can cause problems for the fish and other aquatic creatures living there. Siamese algae eaters can be added to an aquarium to help control algae growth. This is essential for the health and well-being of all occupants. The cloud can also block the aquarium water, which is never a good thing. How do they look? Siamese algae eaters are slim, elongated fish with brownish-beige color. The distinctive feature of this fish species is a bold, black stripe running the length of the body from nose to tail with a distinct stripe line at each end. This faded stripe blends with the background features of water, which helps fish camouflage or hide from natural predators in nature. The distinctive black stripe extends almost to the tip the clear caudal fin, which is home to the whiskers that people refer to as rostral barels. The central portion of the Siamese female algae-eating fish, which is about the same length as the male fish, is slightly thinner and more smooth than the other. A second characteristic is the fact that these fish don't have the "swim bladder", which is common in many fish. These fish will sink quickly to the bottom of any water habitat or tank if they are not in constant motion.

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