Latin Name: Misgurnus anguillicaudatus

Other Names: Weather Loach, Dojo Loach, Pond Loach, Oriental Weather fish

How hard are they to keep? Dojo loaches are generally considered easy to keep and are suitable for beginner fish keepers.

What is its maximum size? Dojo loaches can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length.

Where are they from? They are native to East Asia, specifically China, Taiwan, and Japan.

How many can I keep? Dojo loaches are social fish and prefer to be kept in small groups of 3 or more individuals.

How compatible are they with other fish? They are peaceful fish and usually get along well with other community fish. However, they may sometimes nibble small tankmates' fins.

What are the ideal water conditions? They prefer slightly alkaline water with a pH between 6.5 and 8.0 and a temperature range of 68-78?F (17-23?C). Adequate filtration and a well-maintained tank are essential for their health. The Dojo Loaches that are for sale have been climatized to our local water conditions.

How do you tell the difference between male and female? It can be challenging to determine the sex of Dojo loaches, especially when they are young. However, adult females tend to be slightly larger and plumper than males. Additionally, during breeding season, females may have a rounder belly and exhibit a more pronounced vent. Males may develop small, slightly hardened nuptial pads on their pectoral fins.

Fun Fact: Dojo loaches have a unique ability to detect changes in atmospheric pressure, and they often become more active and swim near the surface of the water before rain or stormy weather. This behaviour has given them their common name of "Weather?loach."

Latin Name: Pangio kuhlii

Other Names: Coolie Loach, Cinnamon Loach, Leopard Loach

How hard are they to keep? Kuhli loaches are generally considered easy to keep and are suitable for beginner fish keepers.

What is its maximum size? Kuhli loaches typically grow to be around 3-4 inches (7-10 cm) in length.

Where are they from? They are native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, specifically Indonesia and Malaysia.

How many can I keep? Kuhli loaches are social fish and do best when kept in groups of at least 5 individuals.

How compatible are they with other fish? They are peaceful and generally get along well with other non-aggressive community fish.

What are the ideal water conditions? They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. The temperature should be kept between 68-78?F (20-26?C). Providing soft sand or fine substrate is beneficial for their well-being. The Kuhli Loaches that are for sale have been climatized to our local water conditions.

How do you tell the difference between male and female? It can be difficult to determine the sex of kuhli loaches. However, males are sometimes slimmer and more elongated in body shape compared to females.

Fun Fact: Kuhli loaches are known for their eel-like appearance due to their elongated bodies and snake-like movements. They are also nocturnal creatures and spend much of their daytime hiding in the substrate or decorations, only becoming more active during the night.

Latin Name: Misgurnus anguillicaudatus

Other Names: Weather Loach, Dojo Loach, Pond Loach, Oriental Weather fish

How hard are they to keep? Weather loaches are generally considered easy to keep and are suitable for beginner fish keepers.

What is its maximum size? Weather loaches can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length.

Where are they from? They are native to East Asia, specifically China, Taiwan, and Japan.

How many can I keep? Weather loaches are social fish and prefer to be kept in small groups of 3 or more individuals.

How compatible are they with other fish? They are peaceful fish and usually get along well with other community fish. However, they may sometimes nibble small tankmates' fins.

What are the ideal water conditions? They prefer slightly alkaline water with a pH between 6.5 and 8.0 and a temperature range of 62-73?F (17-23?C). Adequate filtration and a well-maintained tank are essential for their health. The Weather Loaches that are for sale have been climatized to our local water conditions.

How do you tell the difference between male and female? It can be challenging to determine the sex of weather loaches, especially when they are young. However, adult females tend to be slightly larger and plumper than males. Additionally, during breeding season, females may have a rounder belly and exhibit a more pronounced vent. Males may develop small, slightly hardened nuptial pads on their pectoral fins.

Fun Fact: Weather loaches have a unique ability to detect changes in atmospheric pressure, and they often become more active and swim near the surface of the water before rain or stormy weather. This behaviour has given them their common name of "weather loach."