Reticulated Hillstream Loach For Sale | Sewellia lineolata

Add a unique and fascinating bottom-dweller to your aquarium with the Reticulated Hillstream Loach (Sewellia lineolata). Known for its striking reticulated pattern, flattened body, and sucker-like mouth, this peaceful freshwater loach is a favorite for planted aquariums and aquascapes.

Reticulated Hillstream Loaches spend much of their time attached to rocks, glass, driftwood, and other surfaces, where they graze on naturally occurring algae and biofilm. Their unusual appearance and active behavior make them an excellent addition to a well-established community aquarium.

Why Choose Reticulated Hillstream Loach?

• Beautiful natural reticulated pattern
• Unique flattened body and sucker-like mouth
• Peaceful community fish
• Excellent algae and biofilm grazer
• Great for planted aquariums and aquascapes
• Active and entertaining to watch
• Works well with other peaceful freshwater fish

Reticulated Hillstream Loach Information

• Common Name: Reticulated Hillstream Loach
• Scientific Name: Sewellia lineolata
• Type: Freshwater Loach
• Adult Size: Approximately 2.5–3 inches
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Care Level: Moderate
• Diet: Omnivore / Algae Grazer
• Swimming Level: Bottom and aquarium surfaces
• Minimum Aquarium: 20 gallons
• Lifespan: Several years with proper care

Reticulated Hillstream Loach Care

Hillstream Loaches naturally come from fast-flowing, highly oxygenated waters. A mature aquarium with good water movement, high oxygen levels, and plenty of surfaces for grazing will help them thrive.

Provide smooth rocks, driftwood, plants, and other surfaces where algae and biofilm can develop. Avoid adding Hillstream Loaches to brand-new aquariums that do not yet have an established food source.

A good filtration system and supplemental aeration can help maintain the high oxygen levels these fish prefer.

Recommended Water Parameters

• Temperature: 68–78°F
• pH: 6.5–7.8
• Ammonia: 0 ppm
• Nitrite: 0 ppm
• Nitrate: Keep low
• Water Flow: Moderate to strong
• Oxygen: High

Feeding Reticulated Hillstream Loaches

Although Hillstream Loaches naturally graze on algae and biofilm, a mature aquarium may not provide enough food by itself.

Supplement their diet with:

• Algae wafers
• Spirulina wafers
• Repashy-style gel foods
• Blanched zucchini
• Blanched cucumber
• Soft vegetables
• Other high-quality sinking foods

Feed appropriately sized portions and make sure food reaches the bottom of the aquarium.

Tank Mates

Reticulated Hillstream Loaches are peaceful and can be excellent community aquarium fish when kept with compatible species.

Good tank mates include:

• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Danios
• Corydoras
• Small peaceful gouramis
• Small peaceful livebearers
• Other peaceful loaches
• Freshwater shrimp
• Peaceful snails

Avoid large, aggressive, or predatory fish that may compete with or harass these small bottom-dwellers.

Aquarium Setup

For the best results, create an aquarium that provides plenty of surfaces for grazing and areas with good water movement.

Recommended features include:

• Smooth rocks
• Driftwood
• Live plants
• Sand or fine gravel
• Strong biological filtration
• Good surface agitation
• Moderate to strong water flow
• Plenty of algae and natural biofilm

A planted river-style aquarium is an excellent setup for Reticulated Hillstream Loaches.

What You'll Receive

• Live Reticulated Hillstream Loach
• Carefully selected and professionally packed
• Shipped with Coast Gem USA's Live Arrival Guarantee

Order your Reticulated Hillstream Loach for sale from Coast Gem USA and add a unique, peaceful, and highly active algae-grazing loach to your freshwater aquarium.