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Kuhli loach (Pangio semicincta)
Pangio semicincta
A slender banded bottom dweller; the trade name can cover several species
Its slender banded body is often hidden among bottom cover. Provide fine sand, multiple shelters and protected filter intakes.
- Adult length
- Up to 10 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
- Water temperature
- 21–26 °C
- Lifespan
- Up to 10 years
- Natural habitat
- Inhabits muddy forest streams with dense bank vegetation, staying near the bottom among plants.
Do not aim for very acidic water.
Appearance and identification
Fish sold as kuhli loaches can include several Pangio species; a trade name alone does not identify it.
Floor and movement space
At least about 60 × 30 cm of floor space, with fine sand and multiple shelters.
Diet and feeding
Offer small sinking foods, worms and small frozen foods.
Same-species behaviour
Keep a small group of its own species.
Compatibility limits
Peaceful; avoid large predators and protect filter intakes.