As R.D. says in post #11 I'd do both, feed hex shield and then treat with either levsmisole or flubendazole. Yes, you should de-worm all your fish at the same time.
Clown Loach Discussion
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As R.D. says in post #11 I'd do both, feed hex shield and then treat with either levsmisole or flubendazole. Yes, you should de-worm all your fish at the same time.
Well that seems crazy fast growth to me...In 2 years 6 inches...But I'd agree in 3 years they can reach 6 no problem.
I personally avoid using the word "stunted" when it comes to clown loaches because given the same conditions, some of same age grow exceptionally fast, others not so...
Yes, my observed growth rate averaged 1 inch per year, faster at the beginning and slow down substantially in later part of a 10 year span. There was no sign of aging, still as cute and active as in youth which is a sign of long life.
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I have definitely noticed that trend going on about clown loaches....Large clown loach collectors end up with tons of females and so far from reading on possible breeding, the ratio of males to females should be at least 2:1.
Not that they'll ever breed in captivity but we're not even setting up the possibilities right....I certainly have no hope with my males to females ratio....
Ok guys, Ive revamped the scape. Major upgrade imo
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I think the changes you made look great & people have given you great advice so far. What was the final number you decided to go with & how are they doing? Clown loaches are hands down my favorite fish. I love watching their antics within the school & w their tankmates!
I have 3 clowns that are 18yrs old & 4 additional that I added a couple years ago. They all school together. My 3 old guys have been thru the ringer w me learning as I go! Got them in college, so they have been moved to at least 8 houses! Mine aren't nearly as big as ppl on here are saying they should be(only 6-8") but maybe that's bc they spent their first 15 years in a 72g? I upgraded to a 125g & then finally now to a 180g with 2 reticulated stingrays.
Mine are tough, boisterous, play dead, eat from my hand, greet me every time I approach the tank, are never shy, & are very active all day. They are eager eaters: love cucumber, tetra crisps, shrimp, krill, & blood worms. They get along w a huge variety of tank mates, although sometimes I think they are so outgoing they annoy the other fish. My 2 largest fight for dominance every time I put in cucumber, but otherwise rare & never hurt each other more than a couple scratches.
