Where Does Golden Dojo Loach Live?

Golden Dojo Loach lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Golden Dojo Loach

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, often less than 2 meters deep.

Environment

Prefers slow-moving or stagnant waters such as ponds, ditches, rice paddies, swamps, and the muddy bottoms of rivers and lakes. They are highly tolerant of poor water quality and low oxygen levels. They often burrow into soft substrates.

Geographic range

Native to East Asia, including China, Korea, Japan, and parts of Siberia. It has been widely introduced globally, including North America, Europe, and Australia, due to its use as bait, food, and an aquarium fish, leading to established invasive populations in many regions.

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