Creek Loach (Schistura beavani)
Fish in the family Nemacheilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSchistura beavani
FamilyNemacheilidae
Also known asBeavan's Loach, Necktie Loach
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-75°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Tan body with a row of dark saddle-like bars along the back and a darker bar at the tail base.
Difficulty and care for the Creek Loach
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Northern India, Nepal and Bangladesh
Keeper notes
Territorial subtropical river loach; keep singly or in larger groups, not pairs. Eats shrimp.
Log Creek Loach in your reef tank
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