Kessler's Loach (Schistura kessleri)
Fish in the family Nemacheilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSchistura kessleri
FamilyNemacheilidae
Also known asKessler's River Loach
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size3.5 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 68-77°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Tan body with numerous fine dark vertical bars and a darker bar at the tail base.
Difficulty and care for the Kessler's Loach
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Mekong basin, Southeast Asia
Keeper notes
Territorial river loach; keep single or in a larger group in a roomy, broken-up tank. Eats shrimp.
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