Pink Spiny Loach (Lepidocephalus macrochir)
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Pink Spiny Loach
Pink Spiny Loach
Lepidocephalus macrochir
114 Litres (30 US G.)
7-9 cm (2.8-3.5")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.0
22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)
3-6 °d
1:1 M:F
3-5 years
Family
Cobitidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Pink Spiny Loach
Additional scientific names
- Lepidocephalichthys pallens, Lepidocephalus pallens, Cobitis macrochir
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
- This fish must have a sandy, or small gravel, substrate as they will often burrow, and should be provided with plenty of places to hide.
Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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