Skunk Loach
Skunk Loach is a aggressive freshwater fish that needs a tank of at least 30 gallons (114 L), water at 79-86°F (26-30°C) and a pH of 6-7.5.
Also searched as: skunk loach, yasuhikotakia morleti
Quick facts
Aggressive loach. Dark stripe on back. Snail eater. May harass tankmates.
| Minimum tank | 30 gallons (114 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 79-86°F (26-30°C) |
| pH | 6-7.5 |
| Temperament | Aggressive |
| Swim level | Bottom |
| Group size | 3 or more together |
| Tank type | Freshwater |
Good tank mates
No other species in the database passes the temperament and water checks for Skunk Loach. Check a specific pairing with the stocking guide at the end of this page.
Avoid with
Pairings that fail the temperament, water-overlap or known-conflict checks.
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 79°F is too narrow.
Siamese Algae Eatermin tank 30 galOtocinclusmin tank 10 gal- Goldfishmin tank 20 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; no temperature overlap (79-86°F vs 65-72°F).
- Corydoras Catfishmin tank 10 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; no temperature overlap (79-86°F vs 72-78°F).
- Harlequin Rasboramin tank 10 gal
Aggressive species will harass or eat peaceful fish; temperature overlap 79-80°F is too narrow.
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