Stone Loach
NameStone Loach
Scientific NameBarbatula barbatula
Common NamesStone Loach, European Stone Loach, Common Stone Loach
FamilyNemacheilidae
OriginEurope, Asia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Danios, Gudgeon, Other peaceful cool-water bottom dwellers
Description
The Stone Loach is a small, elongated freshwater fish native to European and Asian rivers and streams. It features a mottled brown and yellow pattern, allowing it to camouflage effectively on the riverbed, and possesses barbels around its mouth for foraging. This peaceful, bottom-dwelling species is known for its hardiness and preference for cool, well-oxygenated water.
