Description
Gecko Loach
Homaloptioede smitheri
aka: Lizard Loach, Green Gecko, Black Gecko
You will love these loaches! Easy to care for! Stock in numbers as they live in colonies!
Homalopteroides smithi is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus Homalopteroides. It can be found in the Mekong and Chao Phraya basins and Malay Peninsula. Excellent algae eaters, and bottom scavengers.
Feeding: Most foods accepted. Sinking formulas and bottom-dwelling live-foods. Bloodworm/Brine shrimp.
In the aquarium, to duplicate the natural habitat of these loaches, it is best to offer high oxygen levels by providing excellent water-flow, adequate aeration & plenty of hiding places inside the tank. This fish loves to feast on algae growth! Anubias plant species and Microsorum pteropus are great choices for plants that will tolerate a high water flow which can also be grown on rocks or driftwood.
Stocking suggestion is 1 per 5 gallons of water.