Korean Spined Loach
NameKorean Spined Loach
Scientific NameIksookimia koreensis
Common NamesKorean Spined Loach, Korean Loach
FamilyCobitidae
OriginKorean Peninsula, East Asia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesDanios, Rasboras, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, Other peaceful loaches, Small gobies
Description
The Korean Spined Loach is a slender, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the Korean Peninsula, known for its distinctive mottled brown and black patterns. It possesses barbels for foraging and prefers cool, clear, well-oxygenated water with a soft, sandy substrate for burrowing. This species is generally peaceful and best kept in groups.
