Chinese Algae Eater (Tirant, 1883)
| Scientific Name | Gyrinocheilos aymonieri |
| Diet | Herbivore: Algae, but may eat some smaller bloodworms, zooplankton, or similar |
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| Family | Gyrinocheilidae |
| Origin | Asia |
| Aquarist Level | Beginner |
| Community Aquarium Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Brown-gray with various spot markings. |
| Disposition | Basically Peaceful, possibly somewhat territorial at larger sizes. |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Angelfish, Barbs, Catfish, Cichlids, Danios, Discus, Gouramis, Larger-sized Livebearers, Loaches, Minnows, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Rasboras, Tetras. |
| Mature Size | Typically 5 inches in the aquarium, to 11 inches in the Wild. |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 25 gallons |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None visible. |