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Skunk Loach

Yasuhikotakia morleti

Skunk Loach (Yasuhikotakia morleti) aquarium profile: minimum 40 gallon tank, 4 inch adult size, 75-82°F temperature range, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 5.

High energyModerate care
Skunk Loach aquarium fish
40 galMinimum tank
4 inAdult size
5Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.5-7.8
GH
5-15 dGH
KH
3-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Assertive
Fin nipping
2/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

assertive or territorial
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