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Dojo Loach

Dojo Loach

Misgurnus anguillicaudatus

Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater

About

Cool-water weather loach that becomes active before storms; not a tropical species.

Water Parameters

Temperature

65 - 75 °F

Ideal: 65 - 72 °F

pH

6 - 8

GH (Hardness)

1 - 12 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

10"

Min Tank Size

55 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

bottom

School Size

3+ recommended

Bioload

medium

Category

loach