Skunk Botia Loach
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Description
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Barbs and Danios make ideal tankmates for Skunk Loach. Not commonly bred in captivity. Females tend to have a rounder body than males. Skunk Botia Loach can live 10-12 years in perfect conditions.
- Skunk botia loaches can live up to 12 years in ideal conditions.
- The average lifespan of a skunk botia loach is up to 8 years.
Skunk loaches are territorial and can be aggressive towards other bottom feeders and low-level swimmers. Housing Skunk loaches in groups of 5 or more will generally lower aggression.
Its maximum size is approximately 10 centimetres (3.9 in). The species occurs in medium to large rivers at temperatures of 26–30 °C (79–86 °F), pH 6.0 to 8.0, and hardness 5.0 to 12.0. It feeds on live crustaceans, insects, snails and other invertebrates.
- Sturdier barbs: Such as tiger barbs, rosy barbs, golden barbs, clown barbs, and black ruby barbs
- Larger danios and devarios: Such as rainbowfish and larger tetras
Tank conditions
- Soft substrate: Such as sand or fine gravel to protect their sensory barbels
- Hiding spots: Such as rocks, driftwood, and bark
- Strong filtration: With a suitable flow rate and oxygen level
- Spacious aquarium: With lots of space and decoration to spread out aggression
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