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These peaceful, hardy fish thrive in community aquariums and are ideal for keepers who want an active, personable bottom‑dweller. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eWhat They Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActively sift through substrate for leftover food and debris, helping keep the tank clean. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay unique “weather‑predicting” behavior, becoming energetic before pressure changes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeacefully interact with tankmates and explore the bottom of the aquarium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–55 gallons (larger for groups). 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It’s often mistaken for the true Siamese Algae Eater, but the Flying Fox is known for its bold black stripe and gold‑toned body, adding both function and visual appeal to planted tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat They Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrazes on soft algae, biofilm, and leftover food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps reduce algae buildup on plants, décor, and glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActively explores the bottom and mid‑levels of the tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum tank size: 30 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 6.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature 70–79°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness 5–20 dH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers well‑oxygenated water with moderate flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrives in planted tanks with rocks, driftwood, and hiding spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan become territorial as they mature; best kept singly or in larger setups with peaceful tankmates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey naturally graze algae but should also be offered sinking pellets, spirulina foods, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein treats like brine shrimp or bloodworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maritime Fins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49621644411120,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9905\/9440\/files\/SAE_1200x1200_998a0a5f-82ca-421d-a43a-3a36bb607a78.webp?v=1777309378"},{"product_id":"pagoda-snail-brotia-pagodula","title":"Pagoda Snail (Brotia pagodula)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePagoda Snail (Brotia pagodula)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a peaceful, slow‑moving freshwater snail known for its striking, spiked shell and natural algae‑grazing behavior. Originating from fast‑flowing, oxygen‑rich rivers in Southeast Asia, this species adds both utility and visual interest to community aquariums. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eWhat They Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrazes on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, helping maintain a cleaner substrate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActs as a natural scavenger, reducing organic waste buildup. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful and non‑aggressive, making them suitable for community tanks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 gallons for one snail; add ~5 gallons per additional snail. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e7.0–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e (higher pH helps protect their calcium‑based shell) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e71–82°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: Moderate to hard water to prevent shell erosion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong filtration and good water flow to mimic their natural fast‑moving rivers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandy or fine‑gravel substrate for burrowing and comfortable movement. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDim to moderate lighting, similar to their naturally murky habitats. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolitary, calm, and mostly active at night. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay bury themselves during the day or when stressed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile they graze naturally, they benefit from supplemental feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinking algae wafers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional detritus‑based foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maritime Fins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49621647163632,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9905\/9440\/files\/Brotia-pagodula__41949.webp?v=1777306149"},{"product_id":"red-whiptail-catfish","title":"Red Whiptail Catfish","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePeaceful, Slender Bottom‑Dweller for Planted Tanks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed Whiptail Catfish (Rineloricaria sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a slim, twig‑like bottom‑dweller known for its reddish coloration and calm temperament. Tank‑bred and hardy, this species adapts well to community aquariums and adds a unique, elegant look to planted or natural setups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eWhat They Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeacefully scavenges along the substrate for leftover food, algae, and biofilm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps maintain a cleaner tank by grazing on surfaces and sifting through debris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds visual interest with its long, whip‑like tail and subtle red tones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e75–84°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: \u003cstrong\u003e2–15 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, sandy substrate to protect delicate barbels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDriftwood, rocks, caves, and leaf litter for hiding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate flow and strong filtration for clean, oxygenated water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful and shy; suitable for community tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be kept singly or in groups (larger tanks recommended for groups) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimarily herbivorous but opportunistic:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinking algae wafers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable‑based pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, peas)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional protein foods like bloodworms or brine shrimp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maritime Fins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49621762015472,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9905\/9440\/files\/Red-Lizard-Catfish-9_1800x1800_30640cf7-7d2b-4aa9-8b75-374c8bd88814.webp?v=1777309281"},{"product_id":"purple-fin-hillstream","title":"Purple fin Hillstream","description":"","brand":"Maritime Fins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49818335445232,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/9905\/9440\/collections\/Freshwater_Fish_6.png?v=1715177280","url":"https:\/\/maritimefins.com\/collections\/algae-eaters.oembed?page=2","provider":"Maritime Fins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}