Barito Loach Care Guide
Kapuasia falaris
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Bioload Score
1780
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 8.0 cm / 3.1"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 114L (30 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
In the wild it primarily grazes on biofilm, algae, and small invertebrates, while in aquaria it accepts sinking prepared foods, frozen foods, and blanched vegetables.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a peaceful community aquarium with small, non-aggressive tankmates that enjoy similar soft, clean, well-oxygenated conditions.
Good to Know
The Barito loach, Kapuasia falaris, is a slender, river-dwelling loach with striking markings that make it an eye-catching but relatively peaceful addition to fast-flowing biotope aquariums.
Gender Differences
Males have a distinct suborbital flap of skin under the eye, while females instead show only a simple fold in this area.
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