Which Loach Species Is Best For Your Aquarium?

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9 Types of Loaches

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01. Kuhli Loach

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Tank Size = 15 gallon

They are nocturnal. During the daytime, they generally prefer to be hidden. They  love to be in a school.

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Adult Size = 4 inches

02. Clown Loach

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Tank Size = 100 gallon

Adult Size = 12 inches

They are the most common in all loach species. They grow quite large over time. Don't keep only one clown loach in the tank.

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03. Yoyo Loach

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Tank Size = 40 gallon

Adult Size = 3-5 inches

They are one of the very active loach species. They can learn to identify their owner. They are shy & prefer to be in a school.

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04. Horseface Loach

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Tank Size = Minimum 55 gallon

Adult Size = 12 inches

Their head looks like a horse. So they are called horsehead loaches. They remain inactive during the daytime & prefer to burrow in the substrate.

05. Weather Loach

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Tank Size = Minimum 40 gallon

Adult Size = 12 inches

They are active fish, but they become even more active when weather changes occur. They don't prefer to be in school like other loaches.

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06. Zebra Loach

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Tank Size = 30 gallon

Adult Size = 4 inches

They have vertical bands across their body. They are small & shy. They can be a good addition to a community fish tank.

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07. Hillstream Loach

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Tank Size = 55 gallon

Adult Size = 2-3 inches

They look like a baby stingray. The shape of their body is accustomed to high water flow. They are an excellent algae eaters.

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08. Polka Dot Loach

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Tank Size = 30 gallon

Adult Size = 4 inches

They are the upgraded version of yoyo loach & they are more peaceful than yoyo loach. They prefer to live in a school. 6-10 polka dot loaches are recommended to keep together.

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09. Dojo Loach

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Tank Size = 40 gallon

Adult Size = 12 inches

They are often called the “weather loach” because of their exciting behavior. They are a coldwater species & don't need a heater for them.

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