Species Profile
Borneo Sucker
Gastromyzon stellatus
Also known as: Stellate Borneo Sucker
Loachespeaceful
Adult size
3″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
68–75°F
pH
6.8–7.8
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Biofilm, algae wafers
Notes
Smaller hillstream loach with vibrant gold-spotted markings. Truly peaceful and prefers groups of 6+. Same high-flow, well-oxygenated, cool-water requirements as Hillstream Loach.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Borneo Sucker
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Borneo Suckerin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Neon Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rosy Barb
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Gold Barb
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bloodfin Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Buenos Aires Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Pearl Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Odessa Barb
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Denison's Barb
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Madagascar Rainbow
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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