hillstream loaches

[kagal]

has anyone here worked with hillstream loaches? was thinking about getting some. just have to figure out how to make my river tank in a 20 long
figuring 2 or 3 powerheads with the filters at the other end of the tank

 

[Seleya]

NoDelta can probably help you with this. I've kept them, they're very cool fish. What is your question?

 

[kagal]

really anything aboutthem that you noticed that wasnt in most of the sites. foods and such, good tank mates etc etc etc...

 

[NoDeltaH2O]

They are my FAVORITE fish. My 20 gallon long river tank is set up for them. They are a very unique fish to keep. Make sure you have LOTS of algae covered rocks for them to graze on. They are NOT algae eaters, but eat the microscopic critters that grow in algae. THey also LOVE frozen bloodworms and frozen brine shrimp, but you'll have to MAKE SURE they get food if they share the tank with other fish. I feed mine using a turkey baster. It is a labor of love, but they're worth it. Feel free to send any questions my way concerning these little guys.

I have kept them for a couple years now in a river tank setup with strong current. My river tank turnover ratio is once every 3 minutes, and this emulates their natural environment a bit.