Where Does Kuhli Loach Live?

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

Where to find Kuhli Loach

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow, slow-moving waters, often less than 1 meter deep.

Environment

Inhabits clear, slow-moving streams, rivers, and oxbow lakes with soft, sandy or muddy substrates, often with leaf litter and dense vegetation. They prefer shaded areas.

Geographic range

Native to Southeast Asia, specifically the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and Java. Records from Thailand and other parts of mainland Southeast Asia are often attributed to similar species within the genus Pangio.

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