Species Profile
Dwarf Chain Loach
Ambastaia sidthimunki
Loachespeaceful
Adult size
2″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 5+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Sinking pellets, frozen, snails
Notes
Tiny Botia with a striking chain-link pattern. Among the most peaceful and active dwarf loaches, group of 5+ schools tightly. Eats pest snails. Fits in 20gal+ community tanks, far easier than the larger clown or yoyo loaches.
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