Indian Potasi
NameIndian Potasi
Scientific NameEutropiichthys vacha
Common NamesVacha, Potasi, Batchwa Vacha
FamilySchilbeidae
OriginIndia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Barbs, Larger Danios, Other medium-to-large peaceful catfishes, Gouramis, Loaches
Description
The Indian Potasi, also known as Vacha, is a schooling catfish native to the large river systems of the Indian subcontinent. It features a slender, silvery body, a deeply forked tail, and prominent long barbels. This species can grow quite large and is best kept in a spacious aquarium with suitable tankmates.
