{"product_id":"flame-tiger-borneo-sucker-gastromyzon-sp","title":"Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker - Gastromyzon sp.","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"598\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eFlame Tiger Borneo Sucker (Gastromyzon sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eThe Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker is a striking specialist freshwater hillstream loach admired for its flattened body, strong clinging fins and bold tiger-style patterning with warm flame-toned markings. Also sold as Flame Tiger Hillstream Loach, Tiger Borneo Sucker or Flame Tiger Gastromyzon, this species is best suited to mature river-style aquariums with strong flow, high oxygen levels, smooth stones and established biofilm. It is peaceful with suitable tankmates, but it should not be kept in warm, low-flow community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eFlame Tiger Borneo Sucker, Flame Tiger Hillstream Loach, Tiger Borneo Sucker, Flame Tiger Gastromyzon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eGastromyzon sp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eTrade \/ Supplier Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eGastromyzon sp. “Flame Tiger”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eApproximately 4–6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eThe Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker is a Borneo hillstream loach type associated with fast-flowing, rocky streams and highly oxygenated freshwater habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eIn the wild, \u003cem data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eGastromyzon\u003c\/em\u003e species live on smooth stones, boulders and submerged hard surfaces where they cling against the current and graze natural biofilm, soft algae and microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eTemperature: 20–24°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003epH Range: 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003cbr data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003cbr data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eOxygenation: High oxygen and strong water movement required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eFlame Tiger Borneo Suckers are peaceful with suitable fish and spend most of their time grazing across stones, wood, glass and other hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003eThey may lightly compete with one another over favourite feeding stones, but this is usually harmless when enough space, flow and grazing areas are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eOmnivore \/ Biofilm Grazer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eThe Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker naturally feeds on biofilm, soft algae, aufwuchs, microorganisms and fine food particles from hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eSupplement natural grazing with sinking algae wafers, spirulina foods, gel foods, fine sinking pellets, blanched vegetables and occasional frozen foods such as daphnia, cyclops or brineshrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eDo not rely on natural aquarium algae alone. A mature aquarium with established biofilm is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003eApproximately 75–90 litres for a small group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eA longer aquarium with good bottom space is preferred over a tall tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003eStrong filtration, surface movement, additional aeration and plenty of smooth stones are more important than volume alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3119\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003eThe Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker spends much of its time attached to stones, glass, wood and other hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3371\"\u003eIt moves in short bursts between grazing areas and often chooses places with steady flow and high oxygen levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eIn a mature river-style aquarium, a settled group can become active and visible throughout the day, especially around favourite feeding stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3544\"\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3547\"\u003eSpecialist Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3692\"\u003eThe Flame Tiger Borneo Sucker is best kept in a specialist hillstream or cool-to-moderate tropical community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3892\"\u003eSuitable tankmates include White Cloud Mountain Minnows, peaceful danios, hillstream-suitable rasboras, small gobies from similar habitats and other compatible hillstream loaches where space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"4070\"\u003eAvoid goldfish, large cichlids, aggressive loaches, fin-nippers, slow warm-water fish, discus, angelfish, gourami and any species that requires still, warm or low-oxygen water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4072\" data-end=\"4183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4072\" data-end=\"4111\"\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4111\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003eThis species needs clean, mature, oxygen-rich water with strong flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4185\" data-end=\"4329\"\u003eA river-style aquarium with smooth stones, rounded pebbles, driftwood, open grazing surfaces and good surface agitation is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4331\" data-end=\"4426\"\u003eAvoid newly set up aquariums, poor water quality, warm stagnant conditions and sharp substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4428\" data-end=\"4566\"\u003eDo not keep this species in tanks maintained constantly at high tropical temperatures, as low oxygen and heat stress can become a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4568\" data-end=\"4662\"\u003eProvide mature biofilm growth and supplement the diet regularly with specialist sinking foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4664\" data-end=\"4766\"\u003eMake sure food reaches the bottom, as faster midwater fish may take food before the loaches can graze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4768\" data-end=\"4869\"\u003eStable water quality, high oxygenation and regular water changes are essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4871\" data-end=\"4903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4871\" data-end=\"4888\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4888\" data-end=\"4891\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"5090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"4922\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"4925\"\u003eAvailability can vary depending on season, supplier and import batch. Flame Tiger forms are usually sold under trade names rather than fully confirmed species names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5092\" data-end=\"5358\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"5092\" data-end=\"5358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5357\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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