Struma Spined Loach
NameStruma Spined Loach
Scientific NameCobitis strumicae
Common NamesStruma Spined Loach, Struma Loach
FamilyCobitidae
OriginEurope, Struma River Basin, Bulgaria, Greece
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesKuhli Loach, Corydoras Catfish, Danios, Rasboras, Small Tetras, Other peaceful, similarly sized bottom dwellers
Description
The Struma Spined Loach is a slender, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish characterized by its mottled brown and tan coloration, often with a series of dark spots or bars along its lateral line. It possesses small barbels around its mouth for foraging in the substrate. This peaceful species is native to the Struma River basin in southeastern Europe.
