Reticulated Algae Eater Gold – Crossocheilus reticulatus | Gold variation of the popular algae destroyer

The reticulated Gold Algae Eater (Crossocheilus reticulatus Gold) is an attractive, gold-colored cultivated variant of the well-known algae eater. With its shimmering gold tone, slender body shape, and peaceful nature, it is not only a practical but also an aesthetically pleasing helper in the aquarium.

This species is known for its excellent algae-eating performance and is ideally suited for biological algae control in planted aquariums. The reticulated Gold Algae Eater is active, sociable, and robust, ideal for group keeping in larger aquariums with current.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish size: S (3–4 cm, juvenile)
🌎 Origin: Southeast Asia (cultivated form)
🌡️ Temperature: 22–27 °C
💧 pH value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, schooling fish (from 5 animals)
🌾 Aquarium: From 100 l, with current, roots & algae growth

🍽️ Feeding:
Eats algae, periphyton, frozen and dry food. Spirulina food, vegetable chips, or blanched spinach are suitable as supplements.

💡 Tip:
The golden color variant stands out particularly well on a dark substrate and under neutral light.

👉 Conclusion:
The reticulated Gold Algae Eater (Crossocheilus reticulatus) is a peaceful, useful, and unusually colored algae destroyer – perfect for community aquariums.