Clown Loach - Profile





Scientific Name(s) : Chromobotia macracanthus
Common Name(s) : Clown Loach, Tiger Botia
Family : Cobitidae
Species Type:  : Loaches
Maximum Size : 11 inches
Life Span : 20 years
Natural Habitat : Rivers of Indonesia and Borneo
Minimum Tank Size : 55 gallons
Aggressive : No, but tolerates aggression
Tank Region : Bottom of tank
Possible Tank Mates : Any that require similar water parameters
Temperature Range
: 77°F - 84°F
pH Range
: 6 - 7.6
Hardness
: 5° - 12°

Description: As a bottom-dwelling peaceful schooling fish the Clown Loach has gained great popularity in the hobby. It has the odd tendency to school with fish of similar coloring. This fish does grow large so plan your tank size accordingly.

Breeding Information: Difficult to breed in captivity but breeding in captivity has been documented.

Sexing Information: No known method

Diet: Omnivorous bottom dweller that enjoys flakes, pellets, freeze-dried foods or worms

Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish.

Common Diseases: Prone to Ich

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