How to keep it properly
Seal every escape point, offer leaf litter and caves, and keep them in mature aquariums with gentle companions.
Fish profile
Kuhli Loach
An eel-like loach that needs soft substrate, dense cover, and group confidence to show naturally.
Bottom dwellerNocturnalCommunitySoft water
What to feed and how to condition
Sinking carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworm, chopped earthworm, and soft live foods.
Where it fits
Works with rasboras, tetras, gouramis, Corydoras, and established shrimp colonies.
What breeding really asks of you
Rare in home aquaria; condition in groups and do not expect regular spawning.
Related species
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CHARACIN
Neon Tetra
A classic shoaling tetra that looks best in dark, planted layouts with gentle flow and stable water.
FishBeginnerPeaceful schooling fish
- Tank
- 60 L+
- Temp
- 22-26 C
- pH
- 6.0-7.2
- School
- 10+
CHARACIN
Cardinal Tetra
A more heat-loving and demanding Amazon tetra with saturated colour and a strong preference for soft water.
FishIntermediatePeaceful schooling fish
- Tank
- 90 L+
- Temp
- 24-28 C
- pH
- 4.8-6.8
- School
- 12+
CYPRINID
Harlequin Rasbora
A dependable Southeast Asian shoaler that suits planted community aquariums and mixed nano displays.
FishBeginnerCalm schooling fish
- Tank
- 70 L+
- Temp
- 23-27 C
- pH
- 6.0-7.5
- School
- 8+