Species Profile
Kuhli Loach
Pangio kuhlii
Also known as: Coolie Loach, Leopard Eel
Loachespeaceful
Adult size
4″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
73–86°F
pH
5.5–7
Schooling
Group of 5+
Water level
bottom
Grows from juvenile
Typically sold at ~2″ and reaches 4″ over ~1 year. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.Diet
Sinking pellets, frozen, scavenging
Notes
Eel-like nocturnal loach from southeast Asian leaf-litter streams. Wants a soft sandy bottom (gravel injures their bellies) and plenty of root tangles or caves to hide in by day. Group of 5+ encourages daytime activity.
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