{"id":26277,"date":"2026-02-07T18:48:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T18:48:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem%20categoria\/botia-de-myers-pseudogastromyzon-myersi\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T22:28:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:28:00","slug":"botia-de-myers-pseudogastromyzon-myersi","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/uncategorized\/botia-de-myers-pseudogastromyzon-myersi\/","title":{"rendered":"B\u00f3tia de Myers <br> (<em>Pseudogastromyzon myersi<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach: Unique Algae Grazer for Your Aquarium<\/h2>\n<p><em>Discover the captivating Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach, a fascinating bottom-dweller perfectly adapted for dynamic, well-oxygenated aquariums. Its unique form and peaceful nature make it a delightful addition.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach (*Pseudogastromyzon myersi*) displays a beautiful mottled brown pattern, often accented with vibrant red on its dorsal fin and a yellowish-orange caudal fin. These active, peaceful loaches are perfectly designed for life in fast-flowing water, using their specialized bodies to cling to surfaces. You&#8217;ll enjoy watching them gracefully glide across rocks, diligently grazing on biofilm and algae, adding both beauty and utility to your tank.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An intermediate-level fish, the Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach is peaceful and thrives in groups of six or more. They coexist well with other community fish that appreciate high-flow conditions, such as Danios and Rasboras. Avoid aggressive tankmates to ensure harmony.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A minimum 70-litre aquarium is essential, requiring strong water flow and high oxygenation to mimic their natural habitat. Maintain temperatures between 20-24\u00b0C and a pH of 6.0-7.5. Provide ample smooth rocks for grazing; bright lighting encourages natural algae growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Omnivorous grazers, they thrive on algae and biofilm. Supplement their diet with high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, and occasional live\/frozen foods like bloodworms for optimal health.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you buy Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach online from us, you&#8217;re choosing healthy aquarium fish. We prioritize ethical sourcing and rigorous quarantine, ensuring robust, well-acclimated specimens. Our expert team provides unparalleled support for a successful addition.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> Pseudogastromyzon myersi<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 6 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> China<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 6.0\u20137.5<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 20\u201324\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> Up to 8 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add these captivating Hillstream Loaches to your river-style aquarium today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach: Unique Algae Grazer for Your Aquarium Discover the captivating Myers&#8217; Hillstream Loach, a fascinating bottom-dweller perfectly adapted [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":20294,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[15],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-26277","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-uncategorized","8":"first","9":"outofstock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-variable"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/26277","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26277"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20294"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26277"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=26277"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=26277"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=26277"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}