Tibetan Stone Loach
NameTibetan Stone Loach
Scientific NameTriplophysa stoliczkai
Common NamesTibetan Stone Loach, Stoliczka's Loach
FamilyNemacheilidae
OriginCentral Asia, Tibetan Plateau, Ladakh, Nepal
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesHillstream Loaches, Danios, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, Other peaceful, cool-water bottom dwellers
Description
The Tibetan Stone Loach is a hardy, elongated loach species native to the high-altitude streams and lakes of the Tibetan Plateau. They are characterized by their mottled camouflage patterns and preference for cool, oxygen-rich water. These bottom-dwelling fish are generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics.
