Aquaria
Almorha Loach

Almorha Loach

NameAlmorha Loach
Scientific NameBotia almorhae
Common NamesYoYo Loach, Pakistani Loach, Almorha Loach
FamilyBotiidae
OriginIndia, Nepal, Bangladesh
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesDanios, Rasboras, Tetras, Gouramis, Rainbowfish, Other peaceful loaches, Corydoras Catfish

Description

The Almorha Loach, also known as the YoYo Loach, is a popular freshwater fish known for its distinctive black and white striped pattern. They are active, social bottom-dwellers that thrive in groups and help keep the substrate clean.

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