{"product_id":"hillstream-loach","title":"Hillstream Loach – Chinese Butterfly Pleco (Size M)","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBeaufortia kweichowensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese Butterfly Hillstream Loach is a unique freshwater fish known for its flattened body, striking pattern, and ability to cling to rocks, glass, and other surfaces in fast-moving water. Despite sometimes being called a “Chinese Butterfly Pleco,” this species is actually a hillstream loach rather than a true pleco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHillstream Loaches thrive in clean, highly oxygenated aquariums with good water movement. They spend much of their time grazing across rocks, driftwood, glass, and other surfaces for algae and biofilm, making them both an interesting display fish and a useful addition to a well-established aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for our \u003cstrong\u003eMedium (M) size\u003c\/strong\u003e Hillstream Loach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5–3 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–75°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Algae \u0026amp; Biofilm Grazer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature, well-oxygenated aquarium with strong water movement and plenty of smooth rocks and surfaces for grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live fish naturally vary in size, coloration, pattern, and appearance. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52545428291864,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/hillstreamloach3.png?v=1787168722","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/hillstream-loach","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}