Species Profile
Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthus
Loachespeaceful
Adult size
8″
Minimum tank
75 gal
Temperature
75–86°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 5+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Sinking pellets, frozen, snails
Notes
Eats pest snails. Grows large — gets to 8″ over years. Needs a big tank long-term.
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