Lefua costata
NameLefua costata
Scientific NameLefua costata
Common NamesAmur Stone Loach, Siberian Stone Loach, Costate Loach
FamilyNemacheilidae
OriginEast Asia, Amur River basin, Korea, Japan, China, Mongolia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Danios, Kuhli Loach, Other peaceful temperate fish
Description
Lefua costata, commonly known as the Amur Stone Loach, is a slender, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to East Asia. It is characterized by a dark lateral stripe along its body and barbels around its mouth, which it uses to forage in the substrate. This peaceful and hardy species is often shy, preferring to bury itself in fine sand or gravel.
