Botia striata

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Zebra Loach
Zebra Loach
Species	Botia striata
Difficulty	Moderate
Min. Tank Size	56.781 liters 56,781.177 mL 15 US Gallons (56.8L)
Size	10.16 cm 3-4 " (7.6-10.2cm)
pH	6.0 - 8.0
Temp.	296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 299.15 K 78.8 °F 538.47 °R23 -26 °C (73.4-78.8°F)
Water Hardness	5-13
Stocking Ratio	1:2 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Omnivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Live Foods
Life Span	8-15 years

[edit] Alternative names

Zebra Loach, Tiger Loach, Lined Loach, Candystripe Loach

[edit] Other Scientific Names

Botia striatus, Botia striata kolhapurensis

[edit] Sexing

Unable to determine visually.

[edit] Tank compatibility

Bottom dwelling fish that is very peaceful. Will get along with most types of fish. Not to be put in a tank with aggressive fish. Will eat snails.

[edit] Diet

Omnivoure. Eats Crustaceans and small insects and worms. Eats flake and other dried catfish food. Eats frozen food like small worms and bloodworms. Is very effective in snail removal if not fed directly.

[edit] Feeding regime

Twice a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Most substrates are acceptable, but sand or small gravel is preferred. Hiding places are required.

[edit] Behaviour

Very active by day for a loach. Peaceful.

[edit] Identification

This fish has an orange body with several sets of thin black vertical bands and a bristled mouth/nose. Not to be mistaken for Botia rostrata.

[edit] Pictures

Closeup of Zebra Loach

Zebra Loach

[edit] External links

• Loaches.com
• Fishbase
• Zebra loach gallery
• How to keep loaches