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What is Doctor Fish???

Garra Rufa

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Garra Rufa has distinct black dot on gills

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Garra Rufa is a species of freshwater fish which breeds in the river basins of the Northern and Central Middle Eastern countries, mainly in Turkey, Syria, Iraq, Iran & Pakistan.

It is also called the Doctor Fish, because of the role it plays in healing people affected with skin problems like psoriasis.

Garra Rufa also goes by the names of Nibble Fish, Kangal Fish, and Doctor Fish.  

In non-medical terms the fish is also called Reddish Log Sucker.

 

FACTS about Garra Rufa...

Originated from the Middle East in rivers & springs.

Researched species of fish in Turkey (Protected Species)

Release enzymatic secretions and Dithranol which is a component of dermatological creams for skin to regenerate faster.

Nibbles on dead skin cells by sucking on your skin, similar to exfoliation, the natural way.

Lifespan of 6 years.

Can grow up to 7cm in length.

Continues nibbling even when they are full.

Assist in temporary treatment of skin conditions such as psoriasis & eczema.

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Chin Chin-(NOT RECOMMENDED)

Chin Chin aka Hybrid
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The Chin Chin fish comes mostly from China and Taiwan. It comes from the Tilapia family of fishes and has the ability to swarm as a school to bite on any foreign objects placed into the water. Not the original fish for this type of treatment and highly not recommended (See News Article Below)

 

The Chin Chin has a very high mortality rate and can grow up to a length of 22cm! However it does not assist in any form of temporary treatment for skin problems compared to the Garra Rufa.

 

FACTS about Chin Chin...

Originated from China & Taiwan

Classified as a pest fish in some parts of the world.

High death rate and short lifespan

Can grow up to 32cm in length

Stops biting when they are full

Does not assist in any temporary treatment of skin conditions.

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