Emperor Botia Care Guide
Botia udomritthiruji
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Bioload Score
6000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Thailand
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys snails, worms, and other invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for a community of similarly sized semi-aggressive fish.
Good to Know
The Emperor Botia is known for its striking coloration and playful behavior in the aquarium.
Gender Differences
Males are generally more slender and aggressive.
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