Scientific name: Pangio kuhlii
Origin: Southeast Asia (mainly Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore)Presentation :
The Kuhli Loach is a fascinating and unique aquarium fish, prized for its serpentine appearance and interesting behaviors. This fish is easily recognizable by its elongated, cylindrical body, covered in horizontal bands alternating between dark brown and yellow. Its slender shape and reduced fins allow it to slip into crevices and hide among aquarium substrates, adding an intriguing aspect to your aquatic environment.Size :
The Kuhli Loach typically reaches a size of 8 to 12 cm as an adult.Behavior :
The Kuhli Loach is a nocturnal and shy fish that spends most of the day hiding under substrates or among plants and decorations. It is gregarious and should be kept in groups of five or more individuals to feel safe and display its natural behavior. This fish is peaceful and coexists well with other non-aggressive species. It is also known for its digging behavior and meandering movements along the bottom of the aquarium.Food :
The Kuhli Loach is omnivorous and will accept a variety of foods. Its diet can include high-quality flakes, pellets, as well as live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. It is also helpful to provide bottom-feeding foods specifically designed for bottom-dwelling fish to supplement its diet. Make sure the food is small enough for the Kuhli Loach to easily ingest.Water parameters:
- Temperature: 24-28°C
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- Hardness: 5-15 dGH
Benefits :
- Unique appearance with a serpentine body and colorful bands.
- Interesting behavior to observe, especially when exploring and digging the substrate.
- Peaceful and sociable, ideal for community aquariums.
Attention :
The Kuhli Loach prefers an environment with hiding places and soft substrates, such as sand or fine gravel, to prevent injury and allow it to hide and burrow. Maintaining high water quality with proper filtration and regular water changes is important to ensure the health of the Kuhli Loach. Because it is sensitive to temperature fluctuations and water conditions, regular maintenance is crucial.
Loche khuli
Minimum 2 individuals
