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Pakistani Loach Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae)
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Pakistani Loach Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae)

The Pakistani Loach, also known as the Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae), is a freshwater fish native to northern India and surrounding areas. It is characterized by its distinctive "yoyo" pattern on its sides as a juvenile, which fades with age. These are social, bottom-dwelling, omnivorous fish, typically growing to 4-5 inches, and are known for their active, playful, and sometimes audible clicking communication. They are generally peaceful but should be kept in groups of five or more and require a well-structured aquarium with hiding spots and a secure lid to prevent jumping.

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Tank-Mate Compatibility

Compatibility data for Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus)

Temperature

7786°F

pH Range

67.5

Min Tank Size

75 gal

Temperament

peaceful

All Species Compatibility

Compatible

Neon Tetra

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Guppy

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Betta

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Corydoras

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Angelfish

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Molly

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Platy

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Swordtail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Cherry Barb

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Harlequin Rasbora

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Dwarf Gourami

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Bristlenose Pleco

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Otocinclus

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Cherry Shrimp

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Amano Shrimp

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Nerite Snail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Mystery Snail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Tiger Barb

Classic pairing. Clown loaches are too large and fast for tiger barbs to bother.

Compatible

Danio

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Rainbowfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

African Cichlid

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Caution

American Cichlid

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Caution

Knifefish

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Goldfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Puffer

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Catfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

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