Burmese loach - Botia histrionica
Scientific name: Botia histrionica
Common name: Burmese loach
Family: Cobitidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 9 - 11 cm (3.54 - 4.33 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 6 - 10°N (107.14 - 178.57ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 25 - 29 °C (77 - 84.2°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: South Asia
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful
Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels
Food and feeding
Burmese loach will accept a wide variety in its diet. Quality flakes and pellets, blood worm and brine shrimp are eagerly taken; try to add some vegetable matter, cucumber, zucchini and blanched peas are ideal.
Origin
Burmese loaches are mostly to be found in the Ataran River basin, Burma.
Sexing
The only visible difference is that when mature the female will have larger bellies.
Breeding
As of yet there are no reported cases of Botia histrionica breeding in the aquarium.
Lifespan
Expected life span for Burmese loach is 6 years.
Short description
Burmese loaches are definitely a curious species; they are always on the go investigating things and will soon learn how to feed from your fingers. Botia histrionica need a strong water flow in the tank with high oxygen levels in the water. Plenty of hiding places should be provided in the tank and add a sandy substrate as they do like to burrow a lot.
Pictures
Bought by aqua-fish.net from jjphoto.dk.