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Photo of: Skunk Loach (Yasuhikotakia morleti)
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Scientific Name(s): Yasuhikotakia morleti, Botia horae
Common Name(s): Skunk Loach, Skunk Botia, Mouse Loach, Cream Loach, Horae's Loach
Family: Cobitidae
Species Type: Asian Loaches/Catfish
Maximum Size: 4 inches
Life Span: 6 years
Natural Habitat: Asian rivers
Minimum Tank Size: 29 gallons
Tank Region: Bottom
Possible Tank Mates: Other community fish.
Description: This peaceful loach has been reported from a very limited number of sources as being semi-agressive in the form of nipping long or flowing fins. This behavior has not been noticed by the majority of loach keepers. Otherwise expect an active though somewhat shy around humans loach. Skunk loaches appreciate tank companions of their own species and will school with other skunk loaches and sometimes other fish in the tank as well. When in a mixed community tank, these fish should be fed at least once nightly to ensure that they are all fed.
Temperature Range 74°F - 84°F
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African Catfish
