{"product_id":"chinese-algae-eater-cae-gyrinocheilus-aymonieri-4cm","title":"Chinese Algae Eater (CAE) Gyrinocheilus aymonieri 4cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese Algae Eater (\u003cem\u003eGyrinocheilus aymonieri\u003c\/em\u003e) is a popular and hardworking algae-grazing fish, well known for its ability to clean algae from glass, rocks, and décor in the aquarium. Young CAEs are excellent algae consumers and are widely used as a natural algae control solution in community tanks. As they mature, they develop a more robust, golden-olive body with a distinctive sucker mouth adapted for rasping algae from surfaces. A practical and interesting fish for medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Size: Minimum 150L; grows large and becomes more territorial with age — provide plenty of space and hiding spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Parameters: pH 6.5–7.5 | Temp 22–28°C | Adaptable; tolerates a wide range of water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Primarily herbivorous — algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach, cucumber); supplement with sinking pellets; note that adults may reduce algae grazing and become more omnivorous with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Can become territorial and aggressive toward other bottom dwellers as it matures — best kept singly; may attach to flat-bodied fish when older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank Setup: Aquarium with smooth rocks, driftwood, and hiding spots; open swimming areas also appreciated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Beginner–Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Size: 25–28cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52975253553474,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/0128\/8258\/files\/FullSizeRender_dbf05288-ea74-47f0-90e4-192c0677cc37.jpg?v=1777290943","url":"https:\/\/chloesaquaticcentre.com.au\/products\/chinese-algae-eater-cae-gyrinocheilus-aymonieri-4cm","provider":"Chloe's Aquatic Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}