Taitung river loach
NameTaitung river loach
Scientific NameHemimyzon taitungensis
Common NamesTaitung River Loach, Taitung Hillstream Loach
FamilyGastromyzontidae
OriginTaiwan, Taitung County
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Danios, Other peaceful hillstream loaches, Cherry Shrimp, Amano Shrimp
Description
The Taitung River Loach is a small, flattened hillstream loach endemic to fast-flowing, oxygen-rich rivers in Taitung County, Taiwan. They are adapted to cling to rocks with their modified fins and feed on biofilm, algae, and small invertebrates. These peaceful fish require specialized aquarium conditions mimicking their natural, highly oxygenated, cool water habitat.
