Clown Loach 6-7cm

Clown Loach

Scientific Name: Chromobotia macracanthus
Common Name: Clown Loach
Adult Size: Up to 12 inches
Life Expectancy: 10-20 years
Habitat: Native to Southeast Asia, found in slow-moving rivers and streams

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons (for a group)
• Ideal Temperature: 75-86°F
• pH Range: 6.0-7.5
• Water Hardness: 5-12 dGH
• Temperament: Peaceful, but can be territorial

Diet & Nutrition

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed with sinking pellets, flakes, and occasional live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
• Tank Mate Compatibility:
  • Generally peaceful but may exhibit territorial behavior with their own kind.
  • Compatible with other peaceful community fish.

Breeding & Spawning

• Reproduction: Rare in captivity; breeding requires specific conditions not easily replicated in home aquariums.

Appearance

• Distinctive Features: Bright orange-yellow with three black bars across the body.
• Note: Clown Loaches are known for their playful behavior and social nature, often seen schooling in groups in the wild.

Clown Loaches are popular for their vibrant colors and active behavior, but they require spacious tanks to thrive and should be kept in groups to minimize stress.