Siamese Algae Eater
Crossocheilus siamensis
Advanced
Freshwater
Peaceful, social, active. Gregarious when young, but forms shoals (shoaling) as an adult. Primarily herbivorous, feeds on algae. Accepts commercial foods.
Cyprinidae
Max Size
15.0 cm (5.9")
Min Tank
200 L (53 gal)
Min Group
5+
Diet
Herbivore - algae, vegetables, plant-based food
Water Parameters
Temperature
24.0-26.0°C
75-79°F
pH
6.5-8.0
Hardness (dGH)
5.0-20.0
Min Tank Size
200 L
53 gal
About
Known for consuming algae, including black beard algae. Can jump; requires a securely covered tank.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful, social, active. Gregarious when young, but forms shoals (shoaling) as an adult. Primarily herbivorous, feeds on algae. Accepts commercial foods.
Feeding
Herbivore - algae, vegetables, plant-based food
Breeding
Oviparous. Breeding in captivity is rare and challenging, and not regularly documented. In the wild, they migrate upstream to spawn. Males and females have a similar appearance.
Care Notes
Sensitive to parameter fluctuations. Sensitive to ammonia. Needs hiding spots. Prefers dark substrate
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Crossocheilus siamensis |
|---|---|
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Advanced |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 15.0 cm (5.9") |
| Min Tank | 200 L (53 gal) |
| Min Group | 5+ |
| Diet | Herbivore - algae, vegetables, plant-based food |
| Temperament | Peaceful, social, active. Gregarious when young, but forms shoals (shoaling) as an adult. Primarily herbivorous, feeds on algae. Accepts commercial foods. |
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