Beaufortia kweichowensis – Butterfly Hillstream Loach (≈7–8 cm) Volcano Bitterling and occasional veggies

and occasional veggies

Water Parameters:

water‑worn boulders

Water Flow & Oxygen: Very strong unidirectional flow (~10× turnover/hour) and high oxygen levels essential

Tank Conditions: Best housed in a well-filtered

Beaufortia kweichowensis – Butterfly Hillstream Loach (≈7–8 cm) Volcano Bitterling and occasional veggiesDescription Beaufortia kweichowensis, commonly known as the Butterfly Hillstream Loach or Chinese Butterfly Loach, is native to the fast flowing highland streams of southern China. It has a flattened, ray like body covered in gold and black speckled spots, and uses its sucker like ventral fins to cling to submerged rocks in strong currents. This peaceful species grazes biofilm and algae, often engaging in subtle territory displays or topping behavior