Fish that Clean & Inhabit Lower Zones
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Albino Corydora
Price range: ₨ 900 through ₨ 10,800Add a touch of refined elegance to your aquarium with the Albino Corydora. Known for its striking pale, almost translucent body accented with subtle dark markings, this variant of Corydoras brings a unique and sophisticated look to your tank. Renowned for their peaceful and social nature, Albino Corydoras are excellent bottom-dwellers that help maintain a clean substrate, making them a perfect choice for planted community aquariums in Pakistan.
Size Included: 0.5–0.75 inches in length.
Best Displayed: Best kept in groups of at least 6 to encourage natural schooling behavior and reduce stress.
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Bumblebee Goby
Price range: ₨ 500 through ₨ 5,600Inject a burst of energy and unique charm into your aquarium with the Bumblebee Goby. Known for its distinctive yellow and black striped pattern reminiscent of a bumblebee, this small, active bottom-dweller adds a playful touch and efficient substrate cleaning to any freshwater setup. Perfect for community tanks and planted aquascapes, the Bumblebee Goby is a must-have for aquarists looking to create a dynamic and visually appealing aquatic environment.
Size Included: 0.25–0.5 inches in length, making them ideal for nano to medium-sized aquariums.
Best Displayed: Ideal for nano to medium-sized aquariums.
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Common Pleco (Black)
Price range: ₨ 350 through ₨ 8,400Enhance your aquarium’s bottom-cleaning crew with the Common Pleco (Black). Known for its striking, dark appearance and exceptional cleaning abilities, this bottom-dwelling catfish is essential for maintaining a spotless tank. Its scavenging habits help remove leftover food and detritus, ensuring a healthy environment for all your aquatic life.
Size Included: 1.75–2 inches in length.
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Flying Fox Algae Eater
Price range: ₨ 500 through ₨ 5,580Introduce dynamic cleaning power to your aquarium with the Flying Fox. Known for its elongated, wing-like pectoral fins and fast-swimming behavior, this algae eater is a vital member of your tank’s clean-up crew. With a relentless appetite for algae and debris, the Flying Fox ensures that your aquatic environment remains crystal-clear and visually stunning.
Size Included: 1.25–1.5 inches in length.
Best Displayed: For best results, provide ample swimming space in a larger tank to accommodate their active nature.
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Ghost Catfish (Glass Ghost Fish)
Price range: ₨ 500 through ₨ 5,600Add a touch of mystique and tranquility to your tank with the Ghost Catfish (Glass Ghost Fish). Renowned for their nearly transparent bodies and graceful schooling behavior, these elegant catfish bring an otherworldly charm to any freshwater aquarium. Their peaceful nature and efficient bottom-foraging help maintain a clean, balanced ecosystem, making them an excellent addition to community tanks.
Size Included: 1.25–1.5 inches in length.
Best Displayed: Ideal for medium to large aquariums.
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Julii Corydora
Price range: ₨ 1,250 through ₨ 15,000Introduce elegance and efficiency to your aquarium with the Julii Corydoras (Corydoras julii). Known for their distinctive spotted pattern and peaceful demeanor, these bottom-dwelling catfish not only enhance the visual appeal of your tank but also play a vital role in maintaining its cleanliness.
Size Included: 0.75 – 1 inches in length.
Best Displayed: To promote natural schooling behavior and ensure their well-being, it’s recommended to keep them in groups of at least 6 individuals.
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Otocinclus Catfish
Price range: ₨ 1,000 through ₨ 12,000Introduce an efficient and charming cleaning crew to your aquarium with the Otocinclus Catfish. Renowned for their small size and voracious appetite for algae, these peaceful bottom dwellers help maintain a pristine tank environment while adding dynamic movement along the substrate. Their gentle nature and active grazing make them a must-have for planted aquascapes.
Size Included: 0.75–1 inches in length.
Best Displayed: They work best when kept in groups of at least 5–6 individuals to promote natural schooling behavior and maximize their algae-eating efficiency.
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Peppered Cory
Price range: ₨ 1,250 through ₨ 15,000Introduce understated charm and efficient cleaning power to your tank with the Peppered Corydoras. This species is characterized by its delicate peppered pattern and calm, active behavior. Ideal for community aquariums, Peppered Corys work tirelessly to scavenge the substrate, keeping your tank clean and well-balanced.
Size Included: Typically grows to 2–2.5 inches in length; best kept in groups of 6 or more.
