: Small, sociable bottom-dwellers that sift through substrate for food scraps.
Scavenger fish , often called "cleaner fish" or "janitor fish," play a critical role in aquatic ecosystems by consuming organic waste, algae, and detritus. Whether in a home aquarium, a garden pond, or the deep sea, these species help maintain a healthy environment by recycling nutrients and preventing the buildup of decaying matter. Scavenger Fish Names
Scavenger guild and consumption patterns of an invasive alien fish species in a Mediterranean wetland - PMC a garden pond