Parabotia lijiangensis — a Cobitidae from 中国, peaceful bottom-dweller; burrows in fine sand. Reaches 11.9–17.4 cm; loose groups of 5+; loneliness makes them shy. 18–26 °C.
Care parameters
Water temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6.5–7.5
GH hardness
5–15 dGH
Adult length
11.9–17.4 cm
Minimum tank
363 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful bottom-dweller; burrows in fine sand
Origin
中国
Species overview
Cobitidae species Parabotia lijiangensis comes from 中国. A sand-sifting bottom resident most active after the lights fade. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 11.9–17.4 cm. Loose groups of 5+; loneliness makes them shy. Choose sand over gravel, feed after dusk, and keep ammonia at zero — loaches punish neglect visibly. Maintain 18–26 °C at pH 6.5–7.5. A solid choice for a well-planned community tank.