{"product_id":"chinese-algae-eater","title":"Chinese Algae Eater","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"49\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eChinese Algae Eater (Gyrinocheilus aymonieri)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"158\"\u003eThe Chinese Algae Eater is a popular freshwater fish known for its strong appetite for algae, especially when young. It features a slender, elongated body with a gold to olive coloration and a distinctive sucker mouth that allows it to cling to surfaces while grazing. While highly valued in the early stages of life for algae control, this species becomes more territorial and less algae-focused as it matures. Because of this behavioral shift, it’s best suited for larger tanks with fast or robust tankmates. Proper hiding spots and well-oxygenated water are essential for this active bottom-dweller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"762\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"783\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to advanced aquarists; useful for algae control in larger tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"883\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"885\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"923\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"923\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"956\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"971\" data-start=\"958\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1072\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1072\" data-start=\"984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1012\" data-start=\"984\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept singly or in a large group to reduce aggression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1093\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive when mature; avoid slow, long-finned tankmates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1174\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–28 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any requests for gender\/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect\/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. You can find your nearest depot\/point here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1773791819344000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2k9yi1kfNS3gGYbl3HPv0B\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/\u003cwbr\u003enearestlocation\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41765472862285,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/IMG-1909.jpg?v=1775716477","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.co.nz\/products\/chinese-algae-eater","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}