Homaloptera sp. – Hillstream Loach

Bring the dynamic beauty of Southeast Asian mountain streams to your tank with the Homaloptera hillstream loach. Its streamlined, dorsoventrally flattened body and muscular pectoral fins allow it to cling to rocks under strong currents. Peaceful and industrious, it grazes biofilm and algae, adding both function and flair to any well-oxygenated aquarium.

Key Features:

• Species: Homaloptera sp. (Hillstream Loach)

• Temperament: Peaceful; thrives in groups of 3+

• Ideal Tank: 80 L+ with robust flow and high aeration

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 20–24 °C

  • pH: 6.5–7.5

  • Hardness: 5–12 °dGH

• Diet: Omnivorous—accepts algae wafers, sinking pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional live/frozen treats

• Origin: Fast-flowing streams of Southeast Asia

Care & Setup Tips:

1. Strong Flow: Use a powerhead or high-output filter to create riffle-like currents.

2. Rockscape: Arrange smooth slate or river stones to form crevices and grazing surfaces.

3. Substrate: Fine gravel or sand avoids abrasion of delicate fins.

4. Tankmates: Pair with other hillstream loaches, peaceful danios, and small rasboras.

5. Maintenance: Weekly 20 % water changes maintain pristine, oxygen-rich conditions.

What’s Included:

• One healthy, biofilm-grazed Homaloptera sp. loach

• Secure, oxygen-charged packaging plus detailed acclimation guide