Siamese algae eater care
Crossocheilus oblongus
Siamese algae eater (Crossocheilus oblongus) grows to about 15 cm (5.9 in) and needs a tank of at least 150 liters (40 US gallons). Keep it at 24–28 °C (75–82 °F) with a pH of 6.5–8.
FreshwaterEasySemi-aggressiveEats algaeJumps: keep a lid on
Adult size15 cm · 5.9 in
Smallest tank150 L · 40 gal
Temperature24–28 °C · 75–82 °F
pH6.5–8
GroupAlone or a pair
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
SwimsEverywhere
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Betta (Siamese fighting fish)AngelfishMollyBristlenose plecoTiger barbDwarf gouramiSwordtailKuhli loachNerite snailMystery snailSerpae tetraBuenos Aires tetra
Avoid with
Cherry shrimpAmano shrimpParadise fishWhite cloud minnowConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyDemasoni cichlidCommon goldfishKoiPea pufferFigure-eight puffer
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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