Mullya Garra

Garra mullya

Family : Cyprinidae

FishFreshwaterGarra

A medium-sized Garra species, very hardy and easy to keep. It is appreciated for its active behavior and cleaning role.

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Popularity
Community fish
classic in freshwater aquarium
Availability
Common in shops
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern

Description

Garra mullya has an elongated, cylindrical body, grey-brown with golden highlights. A dark horizontal stripe is often present. Its sucker mouth is wide. Fins are transparent with dark rays. It can reach 15 cm. It is a gregarious fish living in schools. It is very active and spends time grazing surfaces. It can be territorial towards other Garra if space is limited. It adapts to various water conditions.

Habitat

Region :

Rivers and streams with moderate to fast current, rocky bottoms

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2228 °C
pH6.57.8
GH520 °dGH
KH312 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty
1/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
150 L
Min. group
5
Adult size
15 cm
Lifespan
6 years
Temperament
paisible
Propagation

Care notes

Tank of at least 150 L for a group. Well-oxygenated water with moderate current. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 5-20. Sand or fine gravel substrate. Rocks and driftwood for decoration. Omnivorous: accepts flakes, pellets, algae wafers, vegetables. Also offer bloodworms or brine shrimp. Compatible with peaceful fish of similar size. Avoid very calm or long-finned species. Perform 30% weekly water changes. Jumping risk, lid required.

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