Laos Blackline Torpedo Loach Care Guide
Nemacheilus longistriatus
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 3.9"
- Temperature
- 22–27°C (72–80°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Laos
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; consumes invertebrates, detritus, and plant material.
Community Compatibility
Can be kept with other peaceful to semi-aggressive fish that do not compete for bottom space.
Good to Know
The Laos Blackline Torpedo Loach is appreciated for its streamlined body and quick movements, mimicking the flow of the rivers it inhabits.
Gender Differences
Females are slightly thicker than males.
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