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";s:4:"text";s:39274:"Closing up holes in ceramic décor or wood with aquarium silicon sealant can keep this from happening to you. This is good if you are trying to get rid of a population of snails but not good if those snails are a welcomed addition to your tank. Found in the clear mountain streams between India and Myanmar, this beautiful fish has a pattern of irregular black bars on a white background. Botia Dario, also known as the Queen Loach or Bengal Loach, tends to vary in temperament. They will usually form a pecking order, with a fish known as the ‘Alpha loach’ quite obviously in charge – this is usually (but not always) the largest loach in the aquarium and is often a female. I was advised at least 3 when I got mine. They are found in northern India; Cambodia, Laos, Thailand. Yoyo loach eating an unsuspecting pond snail who came in my tank riding a crop of corkscrew swords. Loaches Online These fish love to eat freshwater snails. Yes, they will eat snails, but so will other, smaller (and usually more suitable) species of Botia. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Copyright © They will spread all their fins wide and assume a slightly nose down position, whilst circling each other and making audible clicking sounds. One of the favourite pastimes of most Botiine species is trying to squeeze into tight crevices, often in groups. A curious and attractive addition to your tank, the zebra loach has the typical torpedo – shaped body of most botia. To keep these magnificent fish, you will need to house smaller specimens in a tank at least four feet long, and be prepared to move them into a minimum 6’ x 2’ x 2’ when adult. The Redtail Botia Loach appreciates caves, holes, and other places to hide, especially when it sleeps. Breeding. Botia striata is one of these species. They can be a little territorial and do argue amongst themselves from time to time, but in a moderately boisterous tank containing medium sized barbs or deep-bodied tetras etc, they should do well. It is a fairly peaceful species, although squabbles do sometimes break out between individuals within the shoal, or with other Botia sp. These loaches will help maintain your tank by eating algae and organic matter that accumulates over time and they will also eat snails, making them ideal for snail control. Always remember to keep the hood tightly covered, as all loaches are expert jumpers. . As such, they are a great addition to a community tank. This species is nocturnal, so for best viewing purposes, employ the use of blue moon lighting set to come on for a few hours just as the main lights switch off. FishForums.net is one of the internet's oldest and premier Tropical Fish and Aquarium forums! Any type of décor with rough or sharp edges can be dangerous to these curious fish. They are a beautiful fish with shimmering golden-brown bodies, a black mid-dorsal stripe from head to tail, and a spotted caudal fin. When adding food to the aquarium, it is not unusual to see some smaller loaches grabbing a piece and swimming off to a hidey-hole to eat it in peace, away from their larger fellow loaches, which may otherwise try and steal the food from right out of their mouths! Therefore, care should always be taken when netting these fish as they may extend those spines in self-defence when threatened. Appears to be endemic to headwaters of the Salween River basinaround the border between Myanmar and Thailand. Plan on keeping a group of at least five. This species is listed on the IUCN Red List as least concern (LC) because although it is found in the aquarium trade, impact from harvesting or other threats are not identified at present. Because they are versatile, yoyo loaches are easy to feed. It is peaceful in temperament and can be kept with most other fish, with the exception of some long-finned varieties. Some species (which I will discuss later) are more aggressive than others. To add to the confusion, the genus Botia was revised in 2004, placing the majority of the Botiine loaches into new genera. I can’t recommend this species enough! Loaches like to be able to poke their heads out of their caves and see other fish swimming about, letting them know that it is safe for them to come out and play. The Skunk Loach Yasuhikotakia morleti, (previously Botia morleti and Botia horae) was described by Tirant in 1885. One of the smaller species of the Botia family, The head of this Loach is round with three pairs of barbells that grace the snout, one maxillary set, and two rostral pairs. swallows in colchester is where ALL our fish have come from...... swallows dont have any chain loach....... You must log in or register to reply here. Despite this development linking the two species, many people report that these fish are actually much friendlier than B. almorhae. Décor should also be chosen carefully in order to protect these very small-scaled fish from harm. Adapted for Loaches Online by kind permission. If you keep a large group, the aggression will be spread amongst the shoal, so that no one fish becomes constantly victimised and overly stressed. The loaches should have been rested after import for several weeks before sale to ensure that no problems arise. Known as the Dwarf Chain Loach, this fish reaches a maximum size of just 6 cm (2.5 in). The spines can become entangled in the netting material, causing them much distress. The Bengal Loach Botia dario is a stately looking fish from Bangladesh, and thus is suitably named. I have seen loaches which have been kept on coarse gravel for several years with very worn-down barbels; it is a sad sight to see and is so easily avoidable. ), sinking carnivore pellets, algae wafers, Tetra Prima, and frozen foods such as white mosquito larvae (their favourite), brineshrimp, daphnia, krill, mysis etc. One other point to bear in mind is that Botia prefer subdued lighting, another reason why plants may not always fare so well in such a set-up. Three unconnected “Y” markings typically occur in adult and juvenile specimens which give rise to one of their common names, the Yoyo Loach.. Sexual Dimorphism: Females generally plumper all over than males and can get extremely fat when full of eggs. should I get a lohachata botia loach or a Tiger Botia Loach (Botia hymenophysa) or what else would be the best at eating the snails from my freshwater plants. A relatively recent discovery, Botia kubotai, sometimes known as the Polka Dot Loach, hails from fast flowing waters in Myanmar. The breeding habits of this species are not known, and successful captive breeding has yet to be recorded. I do hope that I have covered some of the more commonly found species, and given you some insights into their quirky behaviours and needs. The Pakistani Loach, Botia lohachata, has a different range and darker markings, and tends to grow a bit larger: Native to the Ganges basin, young Almora loaches are usually found in the lower parts of the system and adults in the higher streams. 2000-2021 Ideal tank mates would also include loaches from the Tiger Botia group, (now known as Syncrossus sp), such as S. hymenophysa, S. helodes, and S. berdmorei. At the shop where I work, we have an extensive selection of loaches (usually between thirty and forty species at any given time). Larger specimens will very much appreciate chopped prawns (salad shrimp). The Yoyo Loach goes by the scientific name Botia almorhae, and is also known as the Almora loach. But, be warned! Rocks which are rough and sharp (such as lava rock), should definitely be avoided. Author Note: Zebra Loaches aren’t great with most freshwater aquarium snails since they’ll try to eat the smaller ones. Juveniles sport a black twin bar (ladder like) pattern on a white-gold background, and as the fish mature, this transforms into a net-like reticulated pattern. Check out the FishForums.net Monthly Yoyo Loach Size. Water should be at pH 6.5-7.5, temperature at 23-26°C/73-79°F. An open swimming area should be included in your aquarium, as these fish often enjoy swimming the length of the tank and back in their shoals, usually in the evening, or under further subdued lighting, such as a blue moon tube. They are also known to eat small crustaceans, insect larvae and even plant matter from time to time. The botia family of loaches naturally prey on snails as they have adapted mouths evolved to get into the shell and scope out the innards. Among the respondent aquarists, 67% of them voted on; they had heard that Kuhli loach eats snail but they had not seen it. Botiine loaches are shoaling species and must always be kept in groups. JavaScript is disabled. - February 2021 Tank of the Month (31 Gallons and larger), Tank of the Month, Still, the species is a peaceful fish and co-exists with other fish in a community tank. The substrate should consist of either inert aquarium sand (my preferred choice) or fine smooth aquatic gravel. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Do Loaches Eat Snails? Maximum size: 6 inches Acquaintances of mine have kept this species with other fish, including other Botia sp. Zebra loach (Botia striata) The zebra loach is also ideal for the community aquarium because of its gentle nature and, more importantly, because of its relatively smaller size to about 9cm/3.5”. These inquisitive and predominately bottom-dwelling fish originate from quite a vast geographic area, which covers most of Asia. Who said assassin snails won't eat my shrimp?? Some fish can get along with snails without killing them off but most loaches like to eat at least a ... if you don't like snails..... any pretty loach that comes to the front of the glass for most of the day in a planted tank gets my vote. Finally! It may not display this or other websites correctly. Loaches, more often than not, tend to be lumped into the somewhat misleading category of ‘scavengers’. This small species can be extremely nasty, and they are best housed in a large tank because of their aggression level. The percentage of people who told that they had seen Kuhli loach eating snail was 33%. Books, websites, or dealers that suggest six inches as a maximum size are simply advising incorrectly. Oh, and if you see them lying on their sides, they are most probably just having a snooze…. In 2004, fish taxonomist Dr. Maurice Kottelat reported that he considered the Ladder Loach, Botia rostrata, to be a junior synonym of B. almorhae. Their adult size requires a tank at least five feet long. This usually settles down within a few days as they get to know their new home. Kept as a group, these loaches will be more concerned with each other than their tank mates, although small fish and long-finned fish should definitely be avoided. Adults are very powerful fish and require a great deal of swimming space – the footprint of the tank is always more important than the height. The Dwarf Botia, more popular as Dwarf chain Loach, is one of the best small loaches that would eat snails and snail eggs in smaller fish tanks. As a rule, they prefer water that is soft and slightly acidic, and this should be replicated as closely as possible in the home aquarium for best long-term results. This is something which I also replicate in my 84” x 27” x 28” (1000 litre/265 gallon) Clown loach aquarium at home. Larger specimens may even require a third layer. It feeds mainly on insects and water plants can be eaten, too. This fish, of Indonesian origin is sold, more often than not, to unwary aquarists to help rid their tank of snails. Vote Now! In the wild, this fish, which grows to 16 cm (6.25 in), occurs in the hillstreams of India and Bangladesh. Unfortunately, finding any accurate information on their care can be difficult, and many wrong opinions abound. These fish will eat pretty much anything you put in front of them, so it’s important to make sure you’re giving them the right stuff! In captivity, clown loaches live an average of ten years. It is a very active, inquisitive fish that is very gregarious in nature. If you cannot see yourself being prepared to provide this sized aquarium for them, you should instead invest in a species that does not reach the same proportions. You may see rumors of exceptionally-well cared for clowns living for 25 years, but they’re rare. Sexual Dimorphism: Mature females likely to have a rounder abdominal area. Polka dot loach (Botia kubotai) If you do choose to feed it, do so sparingly. In some cases, particularly if the gravel is not kept free of detritus, the sores on the barbels can become infected. Botia almorhae (formerly known as Botia lohachata) is frequently available in the UK or US under the name Pakistani Loach. Yoyo Loach Diet and Feeding . As a juvenile, this species looks somewhat similar to the Yo Yo Loach (Botia almorhae), but is a distinctly different species. Nevertheless, if you can provide them with spacious aquaria, you will be rewarded with amazing displays of natural behaviours. I have included it here as it is still exported and sold as a ‘separate’ species and is quite widely available in the trade. The Golden Zebra Loach, Botia histrionica, is a stunning addition to the community aquarium. Unfortunately, although only growing to about 100mm it has a really bad attitude and can be very aggressive. I have also acquired larger specimens over the years, the most sizeable being twelve inches in length and thought to be over fifteen years of age. I regularly see my shoal of forty Clown loaches doing this in the evenings under blue moon lighting. I probably throw in 50 snails a day into my loach tank and they are gone by the next morning. The most important feed is the one at the end of the day when the lights go out – as I have said previously, most loaches prefer subdued lighting and not all will be confident enough to venture out until the light levels are reduced. With a maximum size of 10 cm (4 in) it is much more suited to smaller tanks, and will co-exist peacefully with all other species. *Water Parameters: temperature 75F-82F (23.8C-27.7C), pH 6.5-7.5, Gh 150-300ppm. The most commonly available Botia that stays quite small is Botia morleti, the Skunk Loach. Yasuhikotakia modesta (formerly Botia modesta) are awesome blue-grey coloured fish with bright orange-red fins. To keep them in tip-top condition, we feed small amounts of both dried and frozen foods three times per day. Backwaters, ponds, lakes are typical habitats for yoyo loach. While the clown loach reaches a size of nearly 40 cm (16 in.) Botiine loaches have powerful weapons concealed just under their eyes in the form of suborbital spines, which they can use as defence mechanisms. However, it is not likely that the dance is always a stress reaction, as loaches have been known to do this even in tanks that have been set up for years. Fishes of the genus Botia in the Indian Region - part 1, Fishes of the genus Botia in the Indian Region - part 2, Loach Book Published by Loaches Online Editors. Kept as solitary specimens they can become either aggressive or reclusive, the latter causing them to pine away, sometimes refusing to feed, leading to a painful and premature death. A basic guide to keeping Botiine loaches successfully. However, they are aggressive characters and are not suited to the general community aquarium environment. the modest zebra loach only attains a size of around 10cm (4in.) Very sadly, this fish is now critically endangered in the wild due to the building of man made dams along the rivers of its native Thailand. Once settled, they are relatively long lived and will reward you with all the social interactions of their natural behaviours. How anyone could think that the magnificent natural colours of this species need altering is beyond me - steer clear of any shops supporting this cruel and unnecessary practice. Final Recommendations. They actually eat MTS and they don't multiply like crazy. Plants can be added to the aquarium, but generally do not last long, as most loaches may either pop holes in the leaves or even snip off small stemmed plants entirely. Botia almorhae was first described in 1920. Botia loaches are often employed to exterminate a pest snail infestation, so it is advisable to avoid the botia family of loach if you wish to maintain your snail population. It took the best part of a day to catch and re-home them, so I would advise a certain amount of caution when considering this species. No two fish share exactly the same colour pattern, and these markings change as the fish mature. This is also the best time to ensure that they get their fair share of the food. These bottom-dwelling fish require their own food source, and this should be as varied as possible. This should be attempted with caution, regularly monitoring the tank to ensure that the other inhabitants are not becoming victimised. I have a black kuhli loach, a clow loach, and 2 red tail sharks in my tank.. and within a week i can notice the snail population is falling.. And i have seen with my own eyes , all 3 species will eat snails… Yasuhikotakia (formerly Botia) sidthimunki is the smallest member of the group. without any obvious aggression. The cost per fish runs between $7.50 to $8.00. Not really ANY clue about this..... heard a "botia" can eat snails..... what are they? They can attain 25 cm (10 in) in length, but will rarely grow to more than 18 cm (7 in) in the home aquarium. They'll eat almost anything they are offered, from flake to frozen to freeze-dried foods. Snails and Botia striata. Diet, tank size, and genetics are all major factors that influence how bit these fish can get. A 20 gallon or larger tank is recommended. 90–168) Geographikê Hyphêgêsis (Handbook of Geography). The Skunk Loach, Yasuhikotakia (formerly Botia) morleti is inexpensive, readily available, and stays small at around 10 cm (4 in). I use various sinking catfish pellets (of which the JMC brand are much preferred! But we do like its alternate name the "Queen Loach" as being much more descriptive of its regal appearance. Tiger botia need schools to prevent excessive hiding. Fish under this size are generally weaker and may not do well unless fed intensively, which is not usually possible in the confines of the home aquarium. The type specimens were collected from the Megathat Chaung (Megathat stream) in the upper Ataran (known as the Kasat in Thai) River basin, Kayin/Karen State, Myanmar and another population was later discovered in the Hanthayaw River(Suriya in Thai), Tak Province, Thailand. Beware of dyed specimens, which still unfortunately enter the trade. Tiger Botia grow large, some up to 25 cm (10 in), so be sure to provide them with ample space. Try finding Anentome helena aka Clea helena snails. You may notice the fish in question become paler and more grey in appearance (a term referred to as ‘greying out’). However, their size can depend on several factors. Once acclimatised and released into the tank, you should leave the lights off for several hours afterwards in order to allow them to explore their new surroundings in relative darkness. Scientific Name: Botia almorhae (Gray, 1831) Common name: Yoyo Loach, Almorha Loach, Pakistani Loach, Reticulated loach Synonyms: Botia lohachata Distribution: India, Nepal, Bangladesh. In the wild, they’re capable of reaching a max size of 6 inches in length. As a very rough guide, some of my longer term residents reached nine inches in length within ten years. These loaches make a fascinating addition to the smaller aquarium not only because of their size, but also due to a rather unusual habit - that of shoaling out in the open above the bottom level of the tank for many hours of the day (unlike most other Botiine loaches). A common trait of newly introduced Botiine loaches (or if you change the décor around in an existing tank containing loaches) is for them to perform what is nicknamed by loach enthusiasts as ‘The Loachy Dance’. Habitat: Distribution / Background. Most will say no!! When kept in a confined space, they can cause much damage to other fish species. The fish inhabits in India and Pakistan. Scientific name: Ambastaia sidthimunki (Kottelat, 2012) Common name: Dwarf Chain Loach, Dwarf Loach, Dwarf Botia, Chipmunk Botia, "Sid". Behavior. This loach has a beautiful golden coloration with vertical black … Fish of the Month, Pet of the Month. Pictures of my Blood Fins and Corys. But I would imagine more is preferable. Tiger loach commonly called clown loach is another species of the botia family that is popular in the home aquarium, albeit bigger than zebra and yoyo loaches. You are using an out of date browser. These fish develop social bonds with each other and find comfort in the form of a shoal of others of their own kind. It is a white coloured fish with black markings along its body more-or-less in alternating shapes of ‘Y’ and ‘O’ earning it the popular international common name of Yo-Yo Loach. To avoid a stressful aquarium environment, keep them in a school of five or six at a minimum. Remember that these fish need to be kept in groups of five or more individuals. This is where they appear to dive bomb in a shoal, up and down at the sides and corners of the tank. Probably the most readily available of what I would term a ‘small and peaceful species’ would undoubtedly be the Zebra Loach (Botia striata) from India. I will start with the loach that is the most popular within our hobby – the Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) - although it probably shouldn’t be the most popular, given its adult size. Welcome: Introduce Yourself & Learn More About TFF. However, I once added a shoal of thirteen of these fish into my large Clown Loach aquarium, where they wreaked utter havoc and nipped at the fins of all the Clowns, even those that were huge in comparison. what they look like? Clown Loaches can attain a size of 30-40 cm (12-14 in) in the home aquarium, and grow even larger in the wild. Do Zebra loaches eat snails? Yes they will,, if you crack the snails shell.. otherwise they cannot. Juvenile Lohachata Botia Loaches have a gold to silver metallic sheen that turns a gray to green in adults, without the sheen. Similarly, your dealer should always ‘double bag’ any loaches purchased, to ensure that their spines do not break through the bag on your journey home. Loaches enjoy eating meaty foods, but are omnivorous; they can eat vegetation foods when insects and other animals are scarce. In this article, I hope to provide solid information on the proper care of these wonderful fish, and show you how a shoal of loaches can really liven up your aquarium. They are yellow in color with diagonal black striations. It’s glorious pattern of thin alternating black and white bars is eye-catching, and lends itself perfectly to this fish’s other common name of Candystripe Loach. Nevertheless, they are charming peaceful loaches that make great additions to the community aquarium that houses smaller species. The best site to learn all about your favorite freshwater aquarium fish! Original article by Emma Turner first published in Tropical World Magazine, Issue 9. Synonyms: Botia sidthimunki (Klausewitz, 1959),Yasuhikotakia sidthimunki (Kottelat, 2004) Distribution: Chao Phraya and Mekong basins - Cambodia, Laos, Thailand. We are a family friendly community with an incredible resource of information for fish owners and enthusiast alike. Ideally, the tank will have been set up for a few months before they are introduced. People who said, “Kuhli loach does not eat snails” were null. Contests including the Tank of the Month, Clowns can live for decades (some sources suggest up to fifty years) if cared for correctly, so they are a life-long investment and should be treated with respect. In a larger set-up, you may be able to get away with housing a shoal of Skunks with a group of medium-sized fast-moving barbs, for example. The water should also be low in nitrates, clean and well oxygenated. Because of their slightly more feisty nature, some sources suggest keeping solitary individuals, but this will merely heighten their aggression level towards other fish species. Follow this ‘numbers’ rule and you will get the chance to see them behaving naturally and at their fullest potential; put plainly, keeping just one (or a low number) of these remarkably social fish is simply cruel. ... Loaches will also readily eat snails and shrimp, so avoid invertebrates. Botia are very sensitive to less than good water conditions, and therefore should not be the first fish added to a new aquarium. They may also try to bite each other, but this is not normally anything to worry about as no harm is usually done and the disputes are settled relatively quickly. do they eat snails? Fish of the Month, Pet of the Month and more! You need to keep the water quality and tank in pristine condition if you hope to see that kind of lifespan. Males exhibit redness around barbels and mouth. I have found Microsorium pteropus (Java fern) and Anubias species to be the most robust, and seem to outlast the loaches attentions the longest. Clown Loaches can attain a size of 30-40 cm (12-14 in) in the home aquarium, and grow even larger in the wild. On your arrival home, you should turn off your aquarium lights whilst acclimatising your loaches, to minimise stress. sidthimunki: unconfirmed, but possibly named in honour of Aree Sidthimunk, an ex-researcher at the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture, Thailand. In the home aquarium they are more likely to reach a size of 8.5 cm (3.3 in). Anything sharp must be avoided to protect the delicate sensory barbel area. These fish do not grow bigger than 2.5 inches (around 6 cm) and are semi-aggressive in nature. Suitable dither fish would include for example, barbs, danios, rasboras, and tetras, but this will be dependent upon which loach species you choose to keep – some are not so friendly! You should aim for at least two partial changes per week, removing and replacing a total of twenty-five percent total tank volume weekly, at the minimum. you can keep these guys in schools of 4. One of the greatest joys within the tropical freshwater hobby surely is keeping loaches from the genus Botia, members of the family Cobitidae. Please Reference this article for more about pH & Gh: Aquarium Chemistry Botia almorhae can reach 17cm (6.8 in) in length, and their markings transform into a more reticulated pattern as they age. They are also a natural predator of snails, and will aid in their control in the aquarium. The Golden Zebra Loach (Botia almorhae), also known as the Burmese or Silver Striped Loach, is native to India and throughout Myanmar. When selecting your loaches, you want to be sure to find healthy fish. They usually perform their dance when it is getting close to feeding time, and they are very obviously excited. This will mimic their natural environment of moderately fast flowing rivers and streams - these fish can often be seen swimming against the flow in obvious enjoyment. Reaching around 13 cm (5.2 in) maximum length, it is not as widely available in the hobby as perhaps it should be. Overall, the Zebra loach is a beautiful, active, and peaceful fish. They have been reported to reach up to 15 cm (6 in) in their native streams of India and Bangladesh, but most specimens I have seen have not attained quite that size, 10-12 cm (4-5 in) is more usual. I personally tend to stay away from bloodworm, as it is a very rich food. Many Botia keepers have told horror stories about their fish becoming trapped in spaces into which they never would have considered them able to squeeze or fit. They are not. It is therefore advisable to shop around until you are confident that the dealer is providing well-rested and well-fed fish, preferably of at least 5 cm (2 in) in size (with the exception of the dwarf species Y. sidthimunki). Ambastaia: Named for Ambastai, a river considered to correspond to the Mekong in Ptolemy’s (ca. 5 Things to Consider - AquariumNexus Summary . But if all that fails, a smaller species of loach, like polka dot, yoyo, zebra loach, would eat all the snails, and they also help by eating leftover food before it can rot and pollute the tank. However, even the more peaceful species will occasionally argue with each other, and this usually occurs between two similar sized fish. This fish, of Indonesian origin is sold, more often than not, to unwary aquarists to help rid their tank of snails. Of similar markings sharing the same tank – however, no significant damage usually arises. Does it suck the insides of the snail out or chew it or crush the shell? Angelicus loaches, and no other Botia loach for that matter, should not be kept with snails, at least not if you want the snails to live!! Clown Loach Lifespan. They are peaceful towards other fish and never intentionally harm smaller species. Botiine loaches will appreciate a good flow in the aquarium, which can be provided by spray bar returns from external filters or via the use of additional powerheads. In my opinion, five is the absolute minimum. Usually kept relatively flat beneath their skin, they can easily go unnoticed. For the more peaceful species, you should invest in some ‘dither fish’. There was a survey conducted in 2010 on whether Kuhli loach eats snails. I feel that in this instance it is more of a social bonding behaviour, each one bumping into others and letting them know they are there – they seem to feel happy and safe under such circumstances. Avoid fish that appear lethargic with clamped fins, or fish that are painfully underweight. 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