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Beaufortia kweichowensis
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| Hillstream Loach | |
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| Pair of Hillstream loaches | |
| Species | Beaufortia kweichowensis |
| Family | Balitoridae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 21.134 USGallon 80,000 mL 80 L (21.1) |
| Size | 3.937 in
4-10 cm (1.6-3.9") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7 |
| Temp. | 291.15 K 64.4 °F 524.07 °R 297.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
2-10 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-6 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Hillstream Loach, Borneo Sucker, Borneo Sucking Loach, Butterfly Pleco, Butterfly Loach, Chinese Hillstream Loach, UFO Pleco, Chinese Devilsucker, Hong Kong Pleco
- It should be noted that this fish is not a Pleco.
[edit] Sexing
- Very difficult to sex, during breeding it is possible that males have more vivid colouration.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Will not harm other fish. The Hillstream Loach is normally classified as a bottom feeder, but typically spends most of its time on the glass unless it is provided rocks and smooth surfaces to graze upon.
[edit] Diet
- Eats algae and the micro organisms that live in it. Will take flake, bottom feeder/algae wafers, shrimp pellets, and bloodworms.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Constantly grazes the tank for algae, but best to supplement food daily or every other day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Absolutely requires very fast current and high oxygen levels at low aquarium temperatures 18-24°C (64.4-75.2°F) . This is considered a fragile fish because so many ignore these requirements. It is highly recommended that one read and apply Martin Thoene's profile and river tank article before considering this fish (See link below). Has very slow growth rate in captivity.
[edit] Behaviour
- Can be semi aggressive to conspecifics and other bottom/glass dwellers, but plenty of grazing areas allows for multiple Hillstreams. Does not mind other fish.
- Note it has been shown that a number of Hillstream loaches climb out of the water to try to explore new rock pools in fast moving streams. So ensure your tank has a tight fitting lid on it![1]
[edit] Identification
- A flat bellied fish with very low profile, the Hillstream loach's body type is clearly built for fast water. Its yellow-brown body appears covered in black polka dots. Dorsal and anal fins are transparent with opaque stripes.
[edit] Pictures
 Underside of a Hillstream loach |
 Hillstream loach on a stone |
 Hillstream loach on a stone |
 Hillstream loach grazing on a vegetable |
[edit] References
- ↑ PFK article - Hillstream loach migrates by leaving the water. Matt Clarke: 16th Jan. 2009
