New Loach keeper with odd question.

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Gambusia
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This may be the dumbest question ever, but I have to ask it.

Can loach spines make a clicking noise when they hit the aquarium glass?

I've never kept loaches before. Recently I picked up several burmese border loaches. They're really cute, but several times I've heard a distinct "click" on the glass whenever my loaches are chasing each other or swimming up the sides. I've never heard this sound coming from my tanks. I know they have a little switchblade under their eyes and I thought it was making sounds against the glass. It's either that or my tank is cracking. :eek:
 
whereaminow?;2921715; said:
Can loach spines make a clicking noise when they hit the aquarium glass?
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Clicking noises are due to their moods. It's natural for them to do that.

I've never kept loaches before. Recently I picked up several burmese border loaches. They're really cute, but several times I've heard a distinct "click" on the glass whenever my loaches are chasing each other or swimming up the sides. I've never heard this sound coming from my tanks. I know they have a little switchblade under their eyes and I thought it was making sounds against the glass. It's either that or my tank is cracking. :eek:
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They do click around especially when they're satisfied with their home.
 
It's their natural way of communicating as they establish a hierarchic order in the group.
 
I also so know they do it when they are happy and contented.
 
The clicking noise is from teeth in their throat. You'll hear it often when they are eating.
 
I can hear some of my bigger loaches form a ways away. Its funny when I have people over to my house and they hear it. They always look around looking for where its coming from and think there is something wrong with my tank.
 
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