black kuhli loach
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Kuhli Loach (covering all species available)
Scientific Name: Pangio kuhlii
Common name: Kuhli loach, Eel loach
Care Level: easy
Size: 4 inches
pH range: 6.0-7.0
Temperature range: 24-28 degrees Celsius (76-82 degrees Fahrenheit)
Origin: Indonesia (varies with most species)
Temperament: peaceful
Compatible Tankmates:
Small peaceful tankmates such as Microrasbora erythromicron and Danio margaritatus are very suitable with kuhli loaches.
Diet:
These fish do not eat snails contrary to other people's belief. The shape of their mouth is not designed for such task at all and would be less effective when compared to the botiine loaches. As these fish have a rather small mouth, make sure to feed them tiny morsels. It is advisable to feed them mainly at night as these fish are rather nocturnal.
Tank Size for Adult: 20g minimum for a group of 8-10.
Narrative:
Pangio spp. have a rather serpentine body shape and grow up to four inches in length. They are quite suitable for community setups and as these are rather sociable fish, do not keep them in less than five in number or you will never be able to see them. They prefer a tank with plenty of hiding places, soft substrate and subdued lighting. They are also quite adept at avoiding being caught due to the fact they can bury themselves under substrate and can even slip behind decorations with ease and inside filter intakes so make sure all filter intakes have been blocked. Do not use rough and sharp objects for the tank containing Pangios as these are prone to injuring themselves in their dash.
These fish do not eat snails contrary to other people's belief. The shape of their mouth is not designed for such task at all and would be less effective when compared to the botiine loaches. As these fish have a rather small mouth, make sure to feed them tiny morsels. It is advisable to feed them mainly at night as these fish are rather nocturnal.
Scientific Name: Pangio kuhlii
Common name: Kuhli loach, Eel loach
Care Level: easy
Size: 4 inches
pH range: 6.0-7.0
Temperature range: 24-28 degrees Celsius (76-82 degrees Fahrenheit)
Origin: Indonesia (varies with most species)
Temperament: peaceful
Compatible Tankmates:
Small peaceful tankmates such as Microrasbora erythromicron and Danio margaritatus are very suitable with kuhli loaches.
Diet:
These fish do not eat snails contrary to other people's belief. The shape of their mouth is not designed for such task at all and would be less effective when compared to the botiine loaches. As these fish have a rather small mouth, make sure to feed them tiny morsels. It is advisable to feed them mainly at night as these fish are rather nocturnal.
Tank Size for Adult: 20g minimum for a group of 8-10.
Narrative:
Pangio spp. have a rather serpentine body shape and grow up to four inches in length. They are quite suitable for community setups and as these are rather sociable fish, do not keep them in less than five in number or you will never be able to see them. They prefer a tank with plenty of hiding places, soft substrate and subdued lighting. They are also quite adept at avoiding being caught due to the fact they can bury themselves under substrate and can even slip behind decorations with ease and inside filter intakes so make sure all filter intakes have been blocked. Do not use rough and sharp objects for the tank containing Pangios as these are prone to injuring themselves in their dash.
These fish do not eat snails contrary to other people's belief. The shape of their mouth is not designed for such task at all and would be less effective when compared to the botiine loaches. As these fish have a rather small mouth, make sure to feed them tiny morsels. It is advisable to feed them mainly at night as these fish are rather nocturnal.
so 5 of them will take up 20 gallons and will the be able to live with a congo puffer and what food do i buy them
will this be good for them http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3302106 and this http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752302
will this be good for them http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3302106 and this http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752302
Don't even mix them with any puffers!
For food, they appreciate anything particularly meaty foods.
For food, they appreciate anything particularly meaty foods.
