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Garra congoensis    Poll, 1959
Synonyms: none
Common Name: Congo Logsucker
Family: Cyprinidae
Continent: Africa
Distribution: Angola, Congo
Habitat: freshwater rivers & streams
Food:  small live foods and sinking commercial foods
Water Temperature: 22-26°C
Water Chemistry:   pH 6.5-8.0
FBAS Size:    Males [90mm]    Females [90mm]
FBAS Class: M
Temperament: can be territorial; best kept with similar size fish
Aquarium Size: 60cm or longer
Gender Differences: males slimmer
Breeding: challenge; egglayer
Additional Information: Needs well aerated, moving water to thrive.

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