Paracanthocobitis botia

A dark eyespot sits on the upper caudal peduncle. Dorsal saddles and round to triangular flank spots form a rather irregular pattern; the eyespot is often stronger in juveniles.

Adult length

Up to 15.2 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

21–26 °C

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

5–12 dGH

Natural habitat

Adults occur in clear, fast-flowing streams over rock, pebbles and sand.

Needs sufficient floor area and hiding places for a group.