White Cloud Loach (Schistura pridii)
Fish in the family Nemacheilidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSchistura pridii
FamilyNemacheilidae
Also known asPridi's Loach
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Adult size2.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-75°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH
Appearance
Pale silvery body with a single dark lateral stripe and a black spot at the tail base.
Difficulty and care for the White Cloud Loach
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Northern Thailand (Ping River basin)
Keeper notes
Territorial but small river loach; manageable in a roomy, well-aquascaped tank, single or in a larger group. Eats shrimp.
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