Angelicus Loach (Botia kubotai)

Scientific Name(s): Botia kubotai

 

Common Name(s): Angelicus Loach, Angelicus Botia, Myanmar Botia, Polka Dot Loach, Polka Dot Botia

 

Family: Cobitidae

 

Species Type: Asian Loaches/Catfish

 

Maximum Size: 4 inches

 

Life Span: 4 years

 

Natural Habitat: Asian rivers

 

Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

 

Tank Region: Bottom.

 

Possible Tank Mates: Other peaceful community fish.

 

Description: The fish are very easy to care for, but, as with all loaches, require very pristine water conditions. Feed a varied diet, including both meaty foods and vegetable matter. These fish are extremely peaceful and incredibly social. Keep in groups, the larger the better, a minimum of three. This is a wonderful, peaceful smaller loach. They are very active and social, and very playful in nature. The pattern on the fish changes with age, becoming even more beautiful. Truly a wonderful loach to behold and keep!

 

Temperature Range 72°F - 82°F

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pH Range 6.5 - 7.6

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Hardness 10° - 25°

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Breeding Information: No known way to breed in an aquarium.

 

Sexing Information: Males tend to be more slender than females.

 

Diet: Omnivorous - does well with a varied diet including flakes, pellets, fresh green vegetables and live or frozen worms.

 

Temperment: Peaceful

 

Common Diseases: None specific to species.

 

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Angelicus Loach (Botia kubotai)