Misgurnus mohoity
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| Russian Weather Loach | |
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| Russian Weather Loach | |
| Species | Misgurnus mohoity |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 94.635 liters 94,635.295 mL 25 US Gallons (94.6L) |
| Size | 25.4 cm
8-10 " (20.3-25.4cm) |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 283.15 K 50 °F 509.67 °R 293.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
6-16 |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Rare |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-8 years |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Russian Weather Loach
[edit] Other Scientific Names
- Misgurnus bipartitus, Misgurnus bipartitusis, Misgurnus cestoideus
[edit] Sexing
- These fish are difficult to sex. Mature females may appear plumper than males.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A coldwater Loach that does best in groups with it's own kind. It is peaceful and should, therefore, not be kept with aggressive, nippy or predatory tankmates such as Goldfish.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept most foods including sinking pellet and flake as well as bloodworm and brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- This fish must be kept in temperate coldwater. It does best with small gravel or sand substrate with no sharp decor and plenty of hiding places. Some current is appreciated and they are sensitive to water quality problems.
[edit] Behaviour
- A peaceful bottom-dwelling Loach that stays with company of its own kind.
[edit] Identification
- A very elongate fish with small rounded fins, the body is mottled brown-yellow in colour. The eyes are small and there are several sets of barbels around the mouth.
