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FRESH WATER - Vertebrate - Loaches

Clown loach Chromobotia macracanthus

Clown loach (Chromobotia macracanthus)

Aliases: Botia macracantha







	region of origin

  Family:  Cobitidae
  Maximum Size:  11.0 inches
  Temperament:  Generally Passive
  Stamina:  Hardy

  Activity:  Day / Diurnal
  Tank Area Preference:   Substrate

  Captive Breeding:  Unlikely
  Sexual Differences:  None Specified

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notes

The Clown Loach is a peaceful specimen that gets along well with almost any tank mate. Most Loaches are active more at night but the Clown Loach is also active during the day but sometimes lay on their side at the bottom of the tank. They often make clicking noises when eating.

overview

The Clown loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is sometimes called a Botia macracantha. It belongs to the family named Cobitidae. Typically reaching a max size of about 11.0 inches in length, the Clown loach is generally passive in nature and hardy in stamina. It's more active during the daytime and less at night, and will hang out or do best in the substrate. According to FishDB current data, captive breeding success is unlikely and there are no external signs of sexual differences. Chromobotia macracanthus should not be housed in a tank less than 55 gallons in sizeand in general should have low (2 watts/gallon) light to thrive. Tank parameters should be maintained with ph level between 6.0 - 7.5, temperature between 72 - 85 degrees fahrenheit, Some of the environmental concerns that you should strive to replicate in your home aquaria to promote succesful acclimation include plenty of hiding places, a stable cave/sheltering ledge, keep 3 or more, a strong water current, and a peaceful environment.

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