{"title":"Sharks, Algae Eaters \u0026 Cyprinids","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore aquarium sharks, algae eaters and other cyprinids. Compare individual listings for sizes and prices, and review adult size, swimming space and compatibility before choosing an addition to your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisit Las Vegas Exotic Fish at 2301 E. Sunset Rd., Suite 7, Las Vegas, NV 89119. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17026855100\"\u003e(702) 685-5100\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm current availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lvef-chinese-algae-eater","title":"Chinese Algae Eater","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bottom-grazing fish that is often sold small but can grow to around 25–28 cm. Juvenile algae browsing should not be mistaken for lifelong peaceful community behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a spacious mature aquarium with rocks, shelter, strong filtration, and oxygenated tropical freshwater. Allow generous floor space and territorial boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplement grazing with sinking foods and vegetable matter; dietary needs change as fish mature. This fish is not a substitute for aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can be territorial and may harass other fish. Avoid slow-bodied companions and carefully monitor any community arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: Pseudogastromyzon. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Chinese_algae_eater.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eChinese algae eater.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. Public domain. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"4 cm","offer_id":52230897074497,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-242-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-2650087.jpg?v=1789664616"},{"product_id":"lvef-holland-carp","title":"Holland Carp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA robust carp sold under the Holland Carp trade name, commonly associated with Spinibarbus hollandi. Small sale sizes do not reflect its substantial eventual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan specialist housing for a very large, active adult, with extensive swimming space and powerful filtration. Confirm the supplied fish's identity and mature housing requirements before purchase; a small community aquarium is unsuitable permanent accommodation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet of appropriate prepared foods and aquatic-based supplementary foods, including vegetable matter. Match portions to body condition and keep waste under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse only carefully selected, robust companions of appropriate size. Avoid assuming that a juvenile's calm behavior predicts its adult needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"2–3 cm","offer_id":52230897172801,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-245-01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/holland-carp.jpg?v=1791418185"},{"product_id":"lvef-panda-garra","title":"Panda Garra","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lively bottom grazer with bold contrasting markings. Panda garra generally grow to about 8–9 cm and browse smooth rocks and other submerged surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature aquarium with well-oxygenated water, good circulation, smooth stones, and shelter. A roomy layout helps manage interactions between fish; biofilm-rich surfaces support natural grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupply suitable sinking foods, vegetable-based foods, and occasional small frozen foods. Natural algae and biofilm are useful supplements, not a complete feeding plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften suitable with compatible active fish. Allow multiple feeding and resting areas and monitor territorial chasing rather than treating it as an invisible cleanup fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: Xoxpebblesxox. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Panda_Garra.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePanda Garra.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"3 cm","offer_id":52230897205569,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-246-01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-76746425.jpg?v=1789664635"},{"product_id":"lvef-roseline-shark","title":"Roseline Shark","description":"\u003cp\u003eA streamlined schooling cyprinid with a vivid red stripe and contrasting markings. Despite its common name, this is a freshwater fish, not a true shark; adults reach about 15 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep a group of at least six in a large, long aquarium with open swimming space. Well-oxygenated water, good filtration, and moderate temperatures around 22–25°C suit this active fish. Avoid cramped or overly warm setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer quality small pellets or flakes, appropriate frozen foods, and some vegetable-based foods. Feed across the school so every fish has access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose peaceful, active companions that share its space and temperature needs. Tiny timid fish and crowded displays are poor matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: Mattia Nocciola. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Dawkinsia_denisonii_specimen_Natural_History_Museum_University_of_Pisa_(cropped).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDawkinsia denisonii specimen Natural History Museum University of Pisa (cropped).jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"3–5 cm","offer_id":52230897238337,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-247-01","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7–8 cm","offer_id":67833110921537,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-176378775.jpg?v=1789664645"},{"product_id":"lvef-siamese-algae-eater","title":"Siamese Algae Eater","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn active grazing cyprinid sold under the Siamese Algae Eater trade name. Similar-looking Crossocheilus fish are traded under this label, and adults may reach around 12–15 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature, spacious aquarium with swimming room, plant cover, smooth grazing surfaces, and good oxygenation. Groups need adequate space, and identification should be confirmed for species-specific planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer sinking prepared foods, vegetable-based foods, and suitable small frozen foods in addition to natural grazing. Algae-eating ability varies with fish, food availability, and algae type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually suited to compatible active communities, but observe chasing and competition as fish mature. Avoid relying on it to solve an algae problem without correcting aquarium conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: User:Ark pl wiki. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Crossocheilus_siamensis_by_Ark.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCrossocheilus siamensis by Ark.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"3–4 cm","offer_id":52230897271105,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-248-01","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-1230415.jpg?v=1789664656"},{"product_id":"lvef-taiwan-torrent-carp","title":"Taiwan Torrent Carp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stream-associated cyprinid commonly identified as Acrossocheilus paradoxus. It becomes a substantial fish, reaching around 20 cm in standard length, and needs space beyond its juvenile sale size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a long mature aquarium with rocks, open swimming room, strong oxygenation, and clean flowing water. This species prefers moderate conditions rather than consistently hot tropical water; published care ranges include approximately 15–25°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied diet with sinking prepared foods, suitable small aquatic foods, and grazing opportunities. Keep feeding balanced and remove uneaten food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose robust companions with similar temperature and flow needs. Confirm compatibility and observe territorial behavior; delicate slow-water fish are a poor fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: Frank M. Greco. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Acrossocheilus_paradoxus.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAcrossocheilus paradoxus.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"5–7 cm","offer_id":52230897303873,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-249-01","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-61950383.jpg?v=1789685041"},{"product_id":"lvef-taiwanese-bitterling","title":"Taiwanese Bitterling","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small East Asian cyprinid commonly associated with Paratanakia himantegus. Mature males may display stronger colors seasonally, while females and juveniles are generally more subdued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAquarium and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a mature aquarium with plants, open swimming areas, and stable clean freshwater. Confirm the supplied fish's identity and seasonal temperature needs before pairing it with permanently warm tropical species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed appropriately sized prepared foods and a varied selection of small frozen or live foods. Spread food through the group to reduce competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTemperament and tank mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose peaceful companions with matching conditions. Bitterling reproduction involves specialized relationships with freshwater mussels; that does not mean mussels are required for ordinary feeding and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from the current size and purchase options shown on this page. Listed sale sizes describe the fish or livestock supplied, not its adult size. Photographs show representative appearance; individual color, markings, and development can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: Tiouraren (Y.-C. Tsai). \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Tanakia_himantegus_Taijiang_National_Park.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTanakia himantegus Taijiang National Park.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. 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