{"product_id":"borneo-sucker","title":"Borneo Loach","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe Borneo sucker is a small, fascinating freshwater fish that has gained a lot of popularity among hobbyists who keep fish. The fish is well-known for its long lifespan, stunning color, amazing patterns and markings, and distinctive shape.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBorneo suckers are bottom-dwellers that thrive in abundant biofilm and algae in cool, oxygen-rich, and swift waters similar to their natural habitat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA specific group of gastromyzontid loaches that are only found in Borneo are referred to as \"Borneo suckers.\" 36 species of this group of loaches are included in the genus Gastromyzon.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Greek words \"gaster,\" which means \"stomach,\" and \"myzo,\" which means \"to suckle,\" are the source of the name Gastromyzon.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe family of loaches known as Gastromyzontidae, which is found in China and Southeast Asia, includes Gastromyzon; typically in bodies of water with swift currents.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSuckers from Borneo are divided into several species groups. Despite being reproductively isolated, the cryptic species in each group share morphological similarities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eII. You would love the fish because…..\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe physical characteristics of Gastromyzon fish vary by species, but it is common to observe two species with similar morphologies but few differences:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBoth Gastromyzon ctenocephalus and Gastromyzon scitulus share some similarities, but the blue markings on the dorsal fin of G. ctenocephalus, which are absent in Gastromyzon scitulus, can be used to distinguish the two species.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdditionally, G. ctenocephalus has smaller spots on its sides and top body compared to G. scitulus, which has larger spots on its body. In addition, the caudal fin of G. farragus has two or more bars, whereas the caudal fin of G. ocellatus only has one thick, dark vertical bar in the group of G. ocellatus.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe body color of Gastromyzon species varies, for instance: pale grey in G. zebrinus and G. ridens, dark brown in G. ocellatus and G. farragus, and dark brown in G. ctenocephalus.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn addition to having numerous soft rays and a snout that is broadly round when viewed dorsally, they have eyes on top of their heads. A pouch-like structure that is close to the snout is known as a post-oral pouch, and some species have it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGenus Gastromyzon exhibit depressed head and body, fusion of pelvic fins, and horizontal orientation of paired fins as morphological adaptations for bottom-dwelling in torrential streams.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThey are able to cling to rocks and boulders thanks to these adaptive features, which form a powerful suction cup and prevent them from being swept away by swift water currents. Subsequently, Borneo suckers are equipped for creeping along and taking care of off the green growth present on the rocks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The spots lose their color and become nearly indistinguishable under stress.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIII. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a peaceful loach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIV. Species compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Borneo Sucker should be kept in groups, especially as an adult. This species gets along well in tanks with most small rasboras, tetras, hillstream loaches, gobies, and other peaceful fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eV. How to feed this species?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn nature, the Borneo Sucker eats algae and biofilm. It is known to usually eat frozen meat, but only on occasion because most biofilm grazers can die from eating too much protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Splashy Fin Aquarium Bengaluru","offers":[{"title":"3.5 cm","offer_id":45822720082081,"sku":"SFFDBXC055-Borneo Sucker1-1-1-1-1-1","price":300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/4646\/2625\/files\/2002_borneo-loach.jpg?v=1773645686","url":"https:\/\/fish.splashyfin.com\/products\/borneo-sucker","provider":"Splashy Fin Aquarium Bengaluru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}