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Species Profiles -> Cyprinids -> Black Kuhli Loach

 

Black Kuhli Loach (Pangio javanicus )

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Black Kuhli Loach Image
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Stats:

Adult Size: 3" (7.5 cm)
Temp: 75-80 F (24-27 C)
Tank: 36" (90 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Tank with many hiding places. Plants and wood on sand good.
Diet:
Anything, not picky. Small live or frozen relished. Sinking pellets also taken.
Breeding:
Most likely like other Pangios, surprises in heavily planted tanks.
Sociability:
Keep in groups of at least 3, 5-7 preferable. Much more active and visible than normal kuhli loaches.
Related Spec:

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Special Info:

Rarer fish related to the Kuhli loach.

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Sand Substrates

 

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