Honeycomb Loach Care Guide
Leptobotia taeniops
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 9.8"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; prefers live foods but can adapt to frozen and pellet foods.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in tanks with ample hiding spots and a soft substrate, suitable for larger community tanks.
Good to Know
Honeycomb Loach is admired for its striking body pattern and peaceful nature, requiring pristine water conditions.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is not pronounced.
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