Guntea Loach (Lepidocephalichthys guntea)

Fish in the family Cobitidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLepidocephalichthys guntea

FamilyCobitidae

Also known asMottled Loach, Common Spiny Loach

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH

Appearance

Slender pale brown body with a mottled row of darker blotches along the midline and a small spine below the eye.

Difficulty and care for the Guntea Loach

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South and Southeast Asia

Keeper notes

Peaceful, social bottom-dweller that sifts substrate; keep in a group of 5+. May eat small shrimp.

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