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Definition of tiger hillstream loach

tiger hillstream loach

Plural:tiger hillstream loaches
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A species of freshwater benthic fish (Sewellia lineolata) belonging to the family Gastromyzontidae, native to fast-flowing river rapids and shallow streams in Vietnam, distinguished by its flattened body shape, specialized fins for clinging to rocks, and striking dark and light reticulated stripes.

Example

"To keep a tiger hillstream loach healthy in captivity, aquarists often set up specialized manifold systems to replicate the strong currents of its native Asian rivers."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tiger hillstream loach. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tiger-hillstream-loach
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