Kuhli loach striped

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TE20

Appearance and Behavior

Eel-shaped elongated body orange and black stripes up to 4 inches males longer anal fin curious bottom-dwelling active bobbing behavior

Origin and Habitat

Native to Southeast Asia found in rivers and streams prefers warm water 74-80F 24-27C sandy substrate with hiding spots driftwood rocks and dense plants

Diet and Feeding

Omnivorous eat live brine shrimp blackworms daphnia bloodworms frozen versions sinking pellets vegetables zucchini cucumber spinach lettuce snails for protein and calcium

Tank Requirements

Minimum 20 gallons for five or more thick fine sand substrate soft water 72-79F 22-26C pH 6-7.5 low-moderate hardness 4-8 dGH well-oxygenated water plenty hiding spots tight-fitting lid

Breeding

Spawning tank 10+ gallons densely planted dim light air-driven filter temperature 72-81F pH 6-7.5 moderate hardness female lays hundreds adhesive eggs remove parents fry fed liquid and small live foods hatch in four days

Tank Mates

Peaceful schooling social fish keep groups of five or more compatible with Danios Rasboras small peaceful fish shrimp avoid aggressive or large predatory species

Plants and Shelter

Prefer Java Fern Java Moss Floating plants Anubias Cryptocoryne provide shade security and hiding places for stress reduction

Health and Diseases

Susceptible to Ich Dropsy bacterial and fungal infections maintain clean water proper filtration regular changes treat illnesses promptly isolate affected fish

Lifespan and Size

Grow up to 4 inches live 3-5 years with proper care