Popular Freshwater Fish!

Uncle Bill's Pet Centers carries a wide variety of freshwater and saltwater fish, and selection may vary by store location.  Here are some of the most popular freshwater fish Uncle Bill's offers - but it is not a complete listing of all the fish we have available at any given time.  This list as well as our in-store availability fluctuates and is updated regularly.  Please note this information on each fish's page is for your reference only, and any advice acquired from these listings is to be used at your own discretion.

Chinese Algae Eater

Facts and Information

chinese algae eater

This fish is widely distributed throughout the lower Mekong River basin in Southeast Asia.  It attaches itself to smooth rocks and wood, feeding on algae and zooplankton.  Since its mouth is always attached to a surface, it passes water over its gills via a spiracle just below its eyes.  Adults in the wild often exceed ten inches in length

PH Levels - 6 to 8

Hardness Levels - 70 to 320 ppm

Temperature - 72 to 82°F

Level of Difficulty - Level 1

Size - Large

Aggression Level - Level 3

Possible Tankmates - Lemon Tetra, Brilliant Rasbora




glow fish tetras








yellow cichlid labidochromis caeruleus