Nichols's Loach (Schistura nicholsi)
Fish in the family Nemacheilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSchistura nicholsi
FamilyNemacheilidae
Also known asNichols's River Loach
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size2.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 68-77°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Pale body with numerous fine dark vertical bars and a dark bar at the tail base.
Difficulty and care for the Nichols's Loach
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Thailand and Laos (Mekong basin)
Keeper notes
Territorial small river loach; keep single or in a larger group in a well-decorated tank. Eats shrimp.
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