BotiidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Syncrossus beauforti 'Tiger Loach'
Syncrossus beauforti
Origin: Southeast Asia
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6.5–7.5
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GH (Hardness)4–15 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)2–8 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 30 cm
- Min Tank
- 300 L
- Lifespan
- 15+
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- Yes (5–8+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- aggressive toward conspecifics
About
Syncrossus beauforti, the Tiger Loach, is an impressive large loach with bold orange and black bands and distinctive downturned mouth. Reaches 30 cm. Aggressive toward conspecifics but powerful snail destroyer and fascinating specimen fish.
Care Guide
School of 5+ or single. Temperature 24–28°C, pH 6.5–7.5. Large tank 300 L+. Sandy substrate. Feed sinking pellets, snails, frozen foods. Aggressive with other loaches — plenty of space needed.
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