Dojo Loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus)
Fish in the family Cobitidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameMisgurnus anguillicaudatus
FamilyCobitidae
Also known asWeather Loach, Pond Loach, Oriental Weatherfish
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size8 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 50-77°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 5-20 dGH
Appearance
Long eel-like tan loach with mottled markings; an albino-gold form is also common.
Difficulty and care for the Dojo Loach
Easy
Origin and habitat
East Asia (China, Korea, Japan)
Keeper notes
Very peaceful and even interactive; gets along with most calm tankmates.
Log Dojo Loach in your reef tank
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