Aptly named, Algae Eaters are often placed in large aquariums to help keep algae from overgrowing. These bottom-swimming fish feed on green algae and vegetable matter, moving along the surfaces of your aquarium scraping green algae with their suckermouths. They also eat all kinds of commercial flake and pellet foods, but must get sufficient algae and vegetable matter, such as fresh zucchini, romaine lettuce, spinach or spirulina pellets. You will see your algae eater swimming at the bottom of your aquarium. They will also hang from plants and the aquarium walls, using their suckermouths for attachment. To create a beautiful aquarium environment, be sure to add some middle and top swimmers as well.
Name: Golden Algae Eater MD
Scientific Name: Gyrinocheilus aymonier
Group information: Semi-Aggressive Algae Eaters
Experience Level: Intermediate
Housing: Tank Size - 50 gallons
Behavior: Semi-Aggressive
Compatibility: Non-Schooling
Swim Level: Bottom
