Clown Loach Care Guide
Chromobotia macracanthus
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Bioload Score
9000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 30.0 cm / 12.0"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 380L (100 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous. They primarily feed on small invertebrates, algae, and plant matter. Provide a balanced diet consisting of high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Community Compatibility
Clown Loaches are compatible with other peaceful community fish that can tolerate their active nature. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species. Provide plenty of hiding places and ample swimming space.
Gender Differences
Males and females are generally similar in appearance, but females may have a rounder belly when full of eggs.
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