Neohomaloptera johorensis "Red Mini Marble Loach"

IUCN Red List: Least Concern (Local populations threatened by deforestation and sedimentation) Imported on December 10, 2025 — shipping begins on December 22, 2025 Important note: These fish are wild-caught, please proceed with caution. Neohomaloptera johorensis (“Johor Hillstream Loach”) Neohomaloptera johorensis is a small, cryptic, streamlined hillstream loach native to the clear, fast-flowing blackwater forest streams of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in Johor. These loaches inhabit cool, oxygen-rich waters with smooth rocks, dense moss growth, and steady current. Their flattened bodies, rounded fins, and subtle reticulated patterning allow them to cling tightly to rock surfaces in flowing water while grazing on biofilm. This species is peaceful, active, and highly specialized—best kept by aquarists able to maintain stable blackwater forest stream conditions. Size:Adults reach approximately 5–6 cm (≈ 2.0–2.4″) total length. Water parameters:Cool, clean, oxygen-rich water is esse