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Spotted weather loach Aquarium Care Guide

Cobitis taenia

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Keeping Spotted weather loach in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters) for a small group
  • Compatibility: Excellent with other peaceful, similarly sized temperate fish. Avoid housing with aggressive or very large species that might prey on them.
  • Special requirements: Requires a soft, sandy substrate for burrowing, plenty of hiding places (rocks, driftwood, dense planting), and good water quality with moderate flow. They are social and should be kept in groups of at least 5-6 individuals.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-23°C (50-73°F)
pH level
6.5-7.5
Hardness
5-15 dGH

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