{"product_id":"garra-poecilura","title":"Garra Poecilura","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarra poecilura | The Black Garra — A Rare and Captivating River Dweller From Myanmar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGarra poecilura, known in the aquarium trade as the Black Garra, is a rare and intriguing species making its way into the freshwater hobby from the fast-flowing rivers of the Irrawaddy drainage in Myanmar. Named for its vividly patterned caudal peduncle and tail fin — poecilura literally meaning \"variegated tail\" in Ancient Greek — this compact, active bottom-dweller is a genuinely unusual find that will appeal to aquarists looking for something well outside the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLike all Garra species, poecilura is equipped with a specially modified adhesive disc formed by the lower lip, allowing it to cling to rocks and surfaces in strong currents. It is a constant, active grazer — scraping biofilm and algae from any hard surface it can find — and its behaviour is endlessly watchful and fascinating to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs a relatively newly introduced species in the hobby with limited documented care information available, Garra poecilura care recommendations are based on its known natural habitat and the well-established care requirements of closely related Garra species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarra poecilura Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScientific name: Garra poecilura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAlso known as: Black Garra, Variegated Tail Garra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOrigin: Irrawaddy River drainage, Myanmar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdult size: up to 1.8 inches (4.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMinimum tank size: 30 gallons — longer tanks preferred over taller ones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTemperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003epH: 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStrong water flow and high oxygenation essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLifespan: estimated 5–8 years based on related species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarra poecilura Tank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA river-style aquarium with strong water flow, high oxygenation, and plenty of smooth rocks, cobbles, and flat surfaces suits this species perfectly — replicating the fast-moving, rocky river habitat it comes from in Myanmar. Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate is recommended, with driftwood and rocks providing structure, shelter, and additional grazing surfaces. Bright to moderate lighting helps encourage the biofilm and algae growth that forms a critical part of their natural diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA tight-fitting lid is recommended, as Garra species are known to be capable climbers and may attempt to leave the tank if given the opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Your Garra poecilura\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA natural grazer of biofilm, algae, and organic matter scraped from rocks and surfaces. In the aquarium, supplement with high quality sinking algae wafers, blanched vegetables such as zucchini, cucumber, and spinach, and occasional protein-rich treats such as bloodworm and brine shrimp. Flat rocks and smooth hardscape provide ideal grazing surfaces and should be considered essential rather than optional in the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarra poecilura Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSmall to medium peaceful river-dwelling species such as danios, rasboras, and hillstream loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePeaceful mid and upper water community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCan show territorial behaviour toward other bottom-dwelling Garra species — provide plenty of visual barriers and territory if keeping multiples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvoid slow-moving or long-finned fish that may be stressed by the strong flow this species requires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note for the Adventurous Aquarist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs a species only recently introduced to the aquarium hobby with limited published care data, keeping Garra poecilura is a genuinely exciting opportunity to contribute to the collective knowledge of this species in captivity. If you keep these fish, we'd love to hear how they're doing!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48502831153374,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"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\/garra-poecilura","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}