Vinciguerra's Loach (Schistura vinciguerrae)
Fish in the family Nemacheilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSchistura vinciguerrae
FamilyNemacheilidae
Also known asStone Loach, Burmese River Loach
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 68-77°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Pale tan body with numerous fine dark vertical bars and a dark caudal bar.
Difficulty and care for the Vinciguerra's Loach
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Myanmar
Keeper notes
Territorial river loach; keep single or in a larger group, not in pairs. Eats shrimp.
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