Family: | Balitoridae |
Species: |
Barbatula barbatula |
Common Name: |
Common Loach, Stone Loach. |
Note: | Should not be considered a tropical aquarium fish, rarely seen for sale. Would be suitable for a cool water or native species set up. It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions. |
Size: | Up to 6 inches (15.25cm) |
Habitat: | Eurasia:: Across Europe and Asia to China. |
Min Tank Size: | 30 gallon. |
Diet: | Carnivorous, Small worms and can learn to accept flake. |
Behavior: | Peaceful. |
Water: | Temperature of 50 to 64°F (10 – 18°C), pH 7.0 to 7.7, dH range: 10 – 15° |
Care: | Difficult, due to the lower temperatures needed. |
Communities: | Good, keep with fish of similar needs. |
Suitability: | Species or native tank only. |