Golden Kuhli Loach (Pangio semicincta) Import

Golden Kuhli Loach (Pangio semicincta)

The Golden Kuhli Loach is a vibrant and slender freshwater fish, often sought after for its peaceful nature and unique appearance. This variety of loach has a golden-yellow body with subtle horizontal striping, making it a visually appealing choice for any aquarium.

Physical Characteristics:

• Size: Up to 10 cm (4 inches) in length.
• Coloration: A golden-yellow body with faint stripes or bands running across its length. The underside is usually paler.
• Body Shape: Long, eel-like, with small, smooth scales and whisker-like barbels around the mouth.

Behavior and Compatibility:

• Temperament: Peaceful, shy, and nocturnal. They thrive in groups of at least 5–6 individuals.
• Tankmates: Ideal for community tanks. Compatible with peaceful species such as tetras, rasboras, guppies, and corydoras. Avoid housing with aggressive or territorial fish.

Habitat Requirements:

• Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a group.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 24°C–28°C (75°F–82°F).
  • pH: 6.0–7.5.
  • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water.
• Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel to protect their sensitive undersides.
• Environment: Well-planted aquariums with ample hiding spots, such as driftwood, caves, and dense vegetation.

Diet:

• Omnivorous: Enjoys a varied diet including:
  • Sinking pellets or wafers
  • Live or frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia)
  • Vegetables (blanched zucchini or cucumber)

Care Tips:

1. Ensure the substrate is smooth to avoid injury to their delicate bodies.
2. Keep the aquarium lid secure, as Kuhli Loaches are known to escape through small gaps.
3. Provide dim lighting or shaded areas to mimic their natural habitat and encourage activity.

Breeding:

• Reproduction: Rarely breeds in home aquariums, but it is possible with soft, acidic water and dense vegetation for egg-laying.
• Eggs: Females scatter eggs among plants, and the eggs hatch within 24–48 hours.

The Golden Kuhli Loach is an excellent addition to peaceful community tanks, adding activity and charm with its shy yet curious behavior. It also helps with cleaning leftover food, contributing to a healthy tank environment.