Polka-Dot Loach Care Guide
Botia kubotai
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Bioload Score
6000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 150L (40 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Myanmar
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys snails, worms, and other small invertebrates.
Community Compatibility
Works well in a community of similarly sized semi-aggressive fish.
Good to Know
The Polka-Dot Loach is loved for its playful nature and striking polka-dot coloration.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is not pronounced.
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