Current stock
Clown Loach 5–6 cm
R 95.00
Peaceful / social | 24–30 °C | 30 cm+.
Recorded stock: 20Stock quantities aren’t live and may change.
- FulfilmentPhysical stock
- Product ID721
A large social loach that needs a group, excellent water quality and a large aquarium as it grows.
Fish Care Profile
| Scientific Name | Chromobotia macracanthus |
|---|---|
| Family | Botiidae |
| Origin | Indonesia: Sumatra and Borneo |
| Breeding | Egglayer |
| Temperament | Peaceful / social |
| Tank Level | Bottom |
| Lifespan | 15–25+ years |
| Minimum Tank Size | 450–500 L+ |
| Adult Size | 30 cm+ |
| Difficulty | Intermediate–Advanced |
| pH | 5.0–7.5 |
| Temperature | 24–30 °C |
| Diet | Omnivore / sinking foods, vegetables and meaty foods |
| Group Size | Best kept in groups of 5+ |
Care Notes
Provide hiding places, smooth substrate and good water quality. Most loaches do best with others of their own kind and should not be kept singly unless species guidance says otherwise.