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Botia macracantha
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Species Summary
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Common Name/s
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Clown Loach
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Origin
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Southeast Asia
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Size
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12"
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Tank Parameters
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Tank Size
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50 gallons
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Temperature
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77 - 84 F.
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Water pH
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Neutral
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Aquarium Care
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Aquarium Setup
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Clown Loach is a bottom-dwelling fish and loves to go
in school of 5 or more. The substrate must be smooth,
no sharp edges, because they like to burrow for food.
Properly arranged rocks will provide Clown Loach
shelter.
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Feeding
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Clown Loach is omnivorous and feeds on wide viriety
of food. Worms, snails, crustaceans, plant matter and
other prepared food, preferably sinking, will be taken.
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Compatibility
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Clown Loach is generally a peaceful fish and suitable
for large community aquarium. They even school with
other fishes in the tank.
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