Pink Spiny Loach (Lepidocephalus macrochir)

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Pink Spiny Loach

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Pink Spiny Loach

Lepidocephalus macrochir

114 Litres (30 US G.)

7-9 cm (2.8-3.5")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.0

22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)

3-6 °d

1:1 M:F

3-5 years

Family

Cobitidae





Additional names

Pink Spiny Loach

Additional scientific names

Lepidocephalichthys pallens, Lepidocephalus pallens, Cobitis macrochir


Origin

Sexing

Tank compatibility

Diet

Feeding regime

Environment Specifics

This fish must have a sandy, or small gravel, substrate as they will often burrow, and should be provided with plenty of places to hide.

Behaviour

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