BotiidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Chromobotia macracanthus 'Clown Loach'
Chromobotia macracanthus
Origin: Sumatra, Borneo
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Water Parameters
Temperature25–30 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)4–12 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)2–8 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 30 cm
- Min Tank
- 300 L
- Lifespan
- 25+
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- Yes (5–10+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; playful with conspecifics
About
Chromobotia macracanthus, the Clown Loach, is one of the most iconic and popular aquarium fish worldwide. Brilliant orange with bold black bands. Highly social, active and playful. Snail destroyer — eliminates pest snails. Note: grows very large — 30+ cm.
Care Guide
School of 5+. Temperature 25–30°C, pH 6.0–7.5, GH 4–12. Grows to 30 cm over years — plan for large tank (300 L+). Sensitive to ich — raise temperature and dose carefully. Excellent snail hunter.
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