Devil Loach (Barbucca diabolica)

Fish in the family Barbuccidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameBarbucca diabolica

FamilyBarbuccidae

Also known asBarbucca

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.5 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Very small slender body, golden-tan with a row of dark spots or a broken stripe along the flank.

Difficulty and care for the Devil Loach

Hard

Origin and habitat

Southeast Asia (Sundaland and Indochina)

Keeper notes

Peaceful, tiny, shy loach; easily outcompeted, so house with calm tankmates only. Harmless to shrimp.

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