Gastromyzon stellatus
Starlight Hillstream Loach, Pepper Hillstream Loach
Gastromyzon stellatus is a peaceful, bottom-dwelling species best kept in groups due to their social nature. They thrive in aquarium setups that mimic their natural habitat with good water flow, smooth stones, and crevices for hiding. A matured tank is preferred to provide algae for grazing, supplement with high-quality sinking foods. They are not well-suited to newly established tanks.