Black Kuhli Loach (Pangio oblonga)

Familia: Cobitidae

Black Kuhli Loach (Pangio oblonga) es un cobitidae de its native waters; alcanza 9–13.2 cm a 24–30 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
24–30 °C
pH
5.5–6.5
Dureza GH
5–15 dGH
Tamaño adulto
9–13.2 cm
Tanque mínimo
209 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful, sociable and slightly nocturnal
Origen
Southeast Asia

Descripción de la especie

Cobitidae species Pangio oblonga comes from Southeast Asia. A sand-sifting bottom resident most active after the lights fade. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 9–13.2 cm. Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident. Choose sand over gravel, feed after dusk, and keep ammonia at zero — loaches punish neglect visibly. Maintain 24–30 °C at pH 5.5–6.5. Best suited to a keeper who can match its natural water.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Sandy stretches of slow rivers
Corriente
Gentle current
Oxígeno disuelto
Tolerates moderate oxygen levels

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine sand for burrowing
Decoración dura
Smooth stones and driftwood caves
Plantas
Low-light tolerant plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Sociable; keep 4–6 so night-time activity stays confident
Dieta
Omnivore that appreciates live or frozen treats
Compañeros recomendados
  • Other peaceful bottom fish — Share the lower water without conflict
Evitar con
  • Boisterous feeders — Outcompete slow, nocturnal eaters

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Females noticeably plumper when mature
Método de cría
Scatters eggs among fine plants; no aftercare