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Lepidocephalus thermalis
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| Indian Spiny Loach | |
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| Indian Spiny Loach | |
| Species | Lepidocephalus thermalis |
| Family | Cobitidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L) |
| Size | 3.15 in
7-8 cm (2.8-3.1") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.0 |
| Temp. | 295.15 K 71.6 °F 531.27 °R 297.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
3-6 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-5 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Indian Spiny Loach, Common Spiny Loach
[edit] Sexing
- It is difficult to visually sex this fish, although mature females may appear plumper than males.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A peaceful Loach that does best in large groups, at least 3 or more. They are very active and should not be kept with shy or territorial fish.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept most flakes and sinking pellets as well as brine shrimp, daphnia and other live/frozen foods. May occasionally nibble algae.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] 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. They appreciate some current in the tank as they originate from swift-moving hill streams.
[edit] Behaviour
- An active sociable fish.
[edit] Identification
- An elongated fish with a mottled grey body and pale belly. It has several barbels around its mouth and its eyes are on the top of its head.
[edit] Pictures
[edit] External links
- Fishbase
- Loaches.com
- Loaches.com - Spawning Behaviour Article
