{"product_id":"chinese-algae-eater-gyrinocheilus-aymonieri","title":"Chinese Algae Eater - Gyrinocheilus Aymonieri","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eGyrinocheilus aymonieri (Chinese Algae Eater)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"476\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eChinese Algae Eater\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eGyrinocheilus aymonieri\u003c\/em\u003e) is a hardy freshwater fish known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"202\"\u003ealgae-grazing habits and unique sucker mouth\u003c\/strong\u003e. While often sold as an algae eater, this species becomes \u003cstrong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"310\"\u003emore omnivorous and territorial as it matures\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes preferring protein-based foods over algae. It is best suited for \u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"407\"\u003elarger aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e with robust tank mates that can handle its semi-aggressive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"722\" class=\"\"\u003eThis species thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"550\"\u003ewell-oxygenated tanks with strong filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e, as it originates from fast-moving streams. A varied diet, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"682\"\u003ealgae wafers, blanched vegetables, and protein-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e, is essential for balanced nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"792\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"792\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Moderate (requires space and proper tank mates)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"861\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"861\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e – Semi-aggressive (becomes territorial with age)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"895\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"895\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up to 10-12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"934\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"934\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 55 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"969\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"969\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 74°F to 82°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1057\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1057\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e – Omnivore (algae, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, protein-based foods)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1081\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1081\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e – 6.5 to 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1193\" class=\"\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eChinese Algae Eaters become territorial as they grow and should not be kept with slow or docile fish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1267\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eThis listing is for 1 Gyrinocheilus aymonieri (Chinese Algae Eater).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46514110333150,"sku":"","price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo_c76bf674-ca83-49a4-aa92-26174c534b16.png?v=1741201181","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/chinese-algae-eater-gyrinocheilus-aymonieri","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}