Loach - Sinibotia superciliaris

Scientific name: Sinibotia superciliaris

Common name: Loach

Family: Cobitidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 13 - 15 cm (5.12 - 5.91 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.4 - 7.6

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 7 - 19°N (125 - 339.29ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South Asia

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and feeding

These loaches will accept all foods offered. Being bottom feeders ensure they get their share, sinking pellets or algae wafers should help with this. They will relish treats of blood worms and brine shrimp twice a week.

Origin

Asia; these loaches are found in the fast flowing steams around China.

Sexing

There are no visible differences between the sexes.

Breeding

As of yet, there are no reported cases of Sinibotia superciliaris breeding in the aquarium.

Lifespan

The expected life span for Sinibotia superciliaris is 5-8 years.

Short description

As Sinibotia superciliaris live naturally in fast flowing water, they will appreciate a water current in the aquarium. Excellent filtration is required with well oxygenated water. Add plenty of flat stones and pebbles to the tank; these fish love to hide in small crevices. There is a golden morph now appearing and it is believed to be the same species.

Pictures

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