Thai Mountain Loach (Delivery)

◎ Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand – mountain rivers)

│ Size: 6–8 cm

⌬ Temperature: 20–25 °C

∷ pH: 6–7.5

⋄ Diet: Sinking pellets, micro-pellets, worms, frozen and live foods

⌁ Lifespan: Approximately 6–8 years

≣ Lifestyle: Group (minimum 5–6 individuals)

⊕ Compatibility: Peaceful but territorial among conspecifics if the tank is too small. Compatible with calm fish that prefer cool, well-oxygenated water (Danios, stream Rasboras, small peaceful Barbs). Avoid aggressive or warm-water fish. Requires an aquarium with strong current, excellent oxygenation, sandy/pebbly substrate, and numerous hiding places (stones, roots).