Hillstream Loach Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Hillstream Loach in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized fish that prefer similar water conditions. Avoid highly aggressive or very large tank mates. Good tank mates include other small cyprinids, rasboras, and some peaceful tetras.
• Special requirements: Requires highly oxygenated water with strong current, mimicking its natural hillstream environment. A well-filtered tank with plenty of smooth rocks and driftwood for grazing and hiding is essential. Sensitive to poor water quality and high temperatures. Provide a mature tank with established biofilm for grazing.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-25°C (68-77°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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