Species Profile

Zebra Loach

Botia striata

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Adult size

3.5″

Minimum tank

30 gal

Temperature

73–79°F

6–7.5

Schooling

Group of 5+

Water level

bottom

Grows from juvenile

Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 3.5″ over ~1 year. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.

Diet

Sinking pellets, frozen, snails

Notes

Among the most peaceful Botia loaches. Eats pest snails.

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