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Photo of: Stingray Pleco (Gastromyzon borneensis)
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Scientific Name(s): Gastromyzon borneensis, Gastromyzon punctulatus, Pseudogastromyzon myersi
Common Name(s): Stingray Pleco, Hong Kong Pleco, Borneo Sucker, Hillstream Loach, Chinese Butterfly Fish, Butterfly Pleco, Butterfly Loach
Family: Balitoridae
Species Type: Asian Loaches
Maximum Size: 3 inches
Life Span: 6 years
Natural Habitat: Asian rivers and streams.
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Tank Region: Bottom.
Possible Tank Mates: Other peaceful fish with similar water requirements.
Description: A good community fish, they are gentle and peaceful. They will do well with non-aggressive tank mates as well as enjoy other members of their own species. It is recommended that they be kept in groups of at least 3, with larger groups of five to seven being recommended. They are rather shy, but when they move they are quite quick. Although many of the common names for this species contain "Pleco" these are not plecostamus, but loaches.
Temperature Range 68°F - 75°F
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African Catfish
