Pink Spiny Loach (Lepidocephalus macrochir)

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Pink Spiny Loach

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Pink Spiny Loach

Lepidocephalus macrochir

Difficulty

Moderate

Min. Tank Size

114 Litres (30 US G.)

Size

7-9 cm (2.8-3.5")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.0

Temp.

22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)

Water Hardness

3-6 °d

Stocking Ratio

1:1 M:F

Availability

Rare

Diet

Omnivore

Life Span

3-5 years

Habitat

Asia

Family

Cobitidae




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Additional names

Pink Spiny Loach

Additional scientific names

Lepidocephalichthys pallens, Lepidocephalus pallens, Cobitis macrochir


Environment specifics[edit]

This fish must have a sandy, or small gravel, substrate as they will often burrow, and should be provided with plenty of places to hide.

Pictures[edit]

External links[edit]

  • Fishbase (Mirrors:
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