Species profile
Panda Loach
Yaoshania pachychilusPanda Loach (Yaoshania pachychilus) is a social community species for a cycled 20+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 2.5 inches as an adult, 68-76°F water, pH 6.5-7.8, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 3; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningAdvanced care
20 galMinimum tank
2.5 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
68-76°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6.5-7.8
- GH
- 4-15 dGH
- KH
- 2-10 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 1/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- herbivore/biofilm
- Diet difficulty
- 3/5
- Care difficulty
- 4/5
Planning Notes
Flow-loving species; provide strong oxygenation and avoid stagnant, warm, low-flow setups.
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