Fish ID please

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  1. BigTank_Aquariums

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    Hi there,

    I got this fish with a tank I purchased. Am I correct that it's a siamese algae eater?

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    That's a Chinese algae eater.
     
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    Chinese. Very different fish. But very energetic and playfull. Won't put with small tetras tho

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    Agree.
    And unfortunately a goldfish also isn't a suitable tank mate
     
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    Thanks for the advice! Will move him to my 350l
     
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    Tbh, i would stay away from that one. Sucked a hole and killed one of my angels. Got so mad... Never kept one after that.
     
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    Thanks! Will definitely keep an eye on him. Just got into the hobby so any advice really helps!
     
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