Species profile
Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthusClown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) aquarium profile: minimum 150 gallon tank, 12 inch adult size, 75-82°F temperature range, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 5.
Community leaningAdvanced care
150 galMinimum tank
12 inAdult size
5Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.5
- GH
- 3-12 dGH
- KH
- 2-8 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 1/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 4/5
Planning Notes
Large-growing species; needs long-term tank planning beyond the usual community aquarium.
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