Golden Dojo Loach Care Guide

Misgurnus anguillicaudatus

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Bioload Score

8000

PeacefulEasy
Max Size
28 cm / 11"
Temperature
10–25°C (50–77°F)
pH Range
6.5 – 8
Min Tank Size
200L (53 gal)
Min Group Size
3 fish
Tank Level
Bottom
Origin
Asia
Temperament
Peaceful
Difficulty
Easy
Breeding Difficulty
Moderate

Diet

An omnivorous bottom-feeder that eats worms, insect larvae, crustaceans, plant matter and sinking foods.

Community Compatibility

Suitable tankmates include peaceful danios, rasboras, barbs, larger tetras, peaceful livebearers and other non-aggressive bottom-dwellers of similar size.

Good to Know

The Golden Dojo Loach is a naturally occurring golden colour morph of the Weather Loach, a fish famously associated with changes in atmospheric pressure before storms.

Gender Differences

Females are usually larger and fuller-bodied, while mature males are slimmer and typically have more robust, elongated pectoral fins.

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