Zipper Loach Acanthocobitis Botia 4cm

£20.00

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Description

Zipper Loach (Acanthocobitis botia)

Overview

The Zipper Loach is a small, slender freshwater loach known for its distinctive dark “zipper-like” lateral markings along a light brown body. Active and social, it adds natural activity to the substrate layer in community aquariums.

Origin

Native to South and Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. Inhabits slow-moving rivers, streams, and ponds with sandy or muddy substrates and abundant leaf litter.

Feeding

Omnivorous bottom-feeder. Accepts sinking pellets, flakes, frozen foods (bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp), and occasional live foods. Benefits from a varied diet for optimal health and coloration.

Tank Mates

Peaceful and best kept with small to medium-sized community fish such as tetras, rasboras, danios, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid large or aggressive species that may harass or outcompete them.

Aggression

Low. Sociable and prefers to be kept in groups of 5 or more to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.

Experience Level

Beginner to intermediate. Hardy and adaptable, suitable for planted community tanks with soft substrate.

Water Parameters

  • Temperature: 72°F – 79°F (22°C – 26°C)

  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5

  • Hardness: 2 – 12 dGH

  • Notes: Provide soft sand or fine gravel substrate, plants, and driftwood for hiding and foraging.

Active, peaceful, and visually distinctive, the Zipper Loach (Acanthocobitis botia) is ideal for aquarists seeking an engaging bottom-dwelling species for community freshwater aquariums.

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