{"product_id":"siamese-algae-eater-crossocheilus-siamensis","title":"Siamese Algae Eater (Crossocheilus siamensis)","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hxsibk\" data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eThe Siamese Algae Eater is one of the most effective and popular \u003cstrong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"158\"\u003ealgae-eating fish\u003c\/strong\u003e in the aquarium hobby. It is especially valued for its ability to consume \u003cstrong data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"286\"\u003estubborn algae types like black beard algae (BBA)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has a slender, streamlined body with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"366\"\u003edistinct black horizontal stripe\u003c\/strong\u003e running from nose to tail, giving it a clean and functional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1g83pne\" data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eNative Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eThis species originates from \u003cstrong data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eSoutheast Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eThailand, Laos, and Cambodia\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it inhabits flowing rivers, streams, and flooded forest areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p77osj\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eAdult Siamese Algae Eaters can grow to about \u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e12–15 cm (5–6 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them suitable for medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"18j4qf3\" data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eThey thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"829\"\u003ewell-oxygenated aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e with moderate water flow and a temperature range of \u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. A tank with plants, driftwood, and open swimming space is ideal. While they are excellent algae eaters when young, their diet should be supplemented with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003evegetable-based foods, algae wafers, and occasional protein-rich foods\u003c\/strong\u003e as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19295la\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1468\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSiamese Algae Eaters are generally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003epeaceful and active\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them suitable for community tanks. They do best when kept singly or in small groups, though minor chasing can occur among themselves. They coexist well with most non-aggressive fish and are constantly on the move, helping keep the tank clean.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LC Aqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51832889311512,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/9815\/8872\/files\/SAE4.jpg?v=1773838051","url":"https:\/\/lcaqua.in\/products\/siamese-algae-eater-crossocheilus-siamensis","provider":"LC Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}