Clown loach small

Clown Loaches are colorful and social bottom-dwellers from Southeast Asia, famous for their orange and black stripes and playful behavior. As juveniles, they are active and best kept in groups. Though small when sold, they grow large over time and require a long-term plan for a spacious tank.

• Temperature: 77–86°F

• pH: 6.5–7.5 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social; best with other community or semi-aggressive fish

• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more (preferably 5+)

• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons (larger as they grow)

• Max Size: Up to 12 inches (slow growers)

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari sinking wafers, Hikari frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp