Kuhli Loach

Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii)

With its slender, eel-like body and distinctive orange and black banded pattern, the Kuhli Loach is a fascinating bottom-dweller that brings unique character to any community aquarium. Mostly active at night, this peaceful scavenger loves to burrow in soft substrate and squeeze into tight crevices.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 75L with soft sand substrate and hiding places
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH Range: 6.0–7.0
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful, shy, nocturnal, schooling
• Diet: Sinking wafers, pellets, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
• Max Size: 8–12cm
• Lifespan: 5–10 years
• Care Level: Easy to moderate

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, and corydoras; keep in groups of 5–6+ for natural behaviour.

Origin: Southeast Asia — slow-flowing forest streams (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand)