{"product_id":"algae-eater-gold","title":"Algae Eater Gold","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14rspwn\" data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"120\"\u003eGold Algae Eater (Gyrinocheilus aymonieri)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eThe Gold Algae Eater is a bright, eye-catching variation of the Chinese Algae Eater, featuring a vibrant golden-yellow body and sleek, streamlined shape. 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