Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthus
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Large orange & black striped loach.
Origin: Borneo, Indonesia
Family: Cobitidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 30.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Omnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Freshwater
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 30.0°C
pH Range: 6.0 - 7.5
Water Hardness: 5 - 12 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 300 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Eats snails, worms, pellets.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Needs very large groups to breed.
Compatibility
Peaceful
Needs large tank, school in groups.