{"product_id":"kuhli-loach","title":"Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) (Unsexed)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAdd intrigue, character, and practical cleaning utility to your home aquarium with the fascinating \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"99\"\u003eKuhli Loach\u003c\/b\u003e(\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003ePangio kuhlii\u003c\/i\u003e, often called the Coolie Loach). Resembling miniature, peaceful freshwater eels, these slender, nocturnal scavengers are celebrated for their distinctive banded orange and dark brown stripes. Whether slinking through dense aquatic plants or sifting through soft substrate, Kuhli Loaches make an enchanting and low-maintenance addition to any peaceful community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Habitat \u0026amp; Place of Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Kuhli Loach is native to the slow-moving forest streams, peat swamps, and shallow rivers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"96\"\u003eSoutheast Asia\u003c\/b\u003e, predominantly found throughout Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, Borneo), Malaysia, and Thailand. In their wild habitat, they thrive in dim, shaded waters sheltered by forest canopies, carpeted with soft leaf litter, silt, and driftwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Care \u0026amp; Tank Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003ePangio kuhlii\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy \/ Beginner to Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e Peaceful, shy, nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 gallons (a wide, long footprint is preferred over tall aquariums)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 73°F – 86°F (23°C – 30°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.5 – 7.0 (Slightly acidic to neutral)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 0 – 5 dGH (Soft water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarium Environment \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTo help your Kuhli Loaches thrive and feel secure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate is Essential:\u003c\/b\u003e Always provide a soft, fine sand or smooth rounded gravel substrate. Kuhli Loaches love to burrow and sift through sand; sharp gravel can damage their delicate skin and sensitive facial barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHiding Spots \u0026amp; Decor:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide ample cover using driftwood roots, smooth rocks, cave ornaments, coconut shells, and terracotta pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLive Plants:\u003c\/b\u003e Dense planting with low-to-medium light flora such as Java Fern, Anubias, Cryptocoryne, and floating plants will diffuse harsh aquarium lighting, encouraging these shy fish to explore during the daytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFiltration \u0026amp; Safety:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure your filter intake is covered with a pre-filter sponge; due to their slender, worm-like bodies, loaches are known to slip into unprotected filter tubes or intake grates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eKuhli Loaches are omnivorous bottom-feeders and natural aquarium clean-up crew members. While they will diligently consume uneaten fish flakes and debris that settle on the substrate, they should not rely solely on leftovers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBase Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality sinking carnivore pellets, sinking wafers, and loach tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTreats \u0026amp; Supplements:\u003c\/b\u003e Frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp, and blackworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Because they are primarily nocturnal, feed them right before or shortly after turning off your aquarium lights to ensure they get their fair share before daytime fish eat it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Mates \u0026amp; Social Behavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShoaling Fish:\u003c\/b\u003e Kuhli Loaches are highly social. Keep them in groups of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eat least 5 to 6 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e. Solitary loaches become excessively stressed, hiding constantly and rarely making an appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommunity Companions:\u003c\/b\u003e They are completely non-aggressive and safe with peaceful community fish, including neon tetras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, Corydoras catfish, guppies, and peaceful dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInvertebrates:\u003c\/b\u003e Safe with adult freshwater aquarium snails and larger shrimp (such as Amano shrimp); however, newly hatched dwarf shrimp fry may occasionally be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Aggressive, territorial, or predatory species (e.g., large cichlids, aggressive barbs) that may bully or view slender loaches as live prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eBreeding Kuhli Loaches in a home aquarium is considered difficult and relatively rare, often occurring accidentally. In nature, spawning is triggered by changes in water chemistry and barometric pressure during the rainy season. To encourage breeding conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\"\u003eMaintain soft, acidic water, heavily planted with floating plants or spawning mops near the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003eFeed a conditioning diet rich in live or frozen blackworms and mosquito larvae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\"\u003eWhen spawning, the female deposits small, bright-emerald-green adhesive eggs on the undersides of floating vegetation or plant roots, which hatch in roughly 24 hours. Adults must be removed post-spawn, as they will readily eat the eggs and fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Buy Kuhli Loaches From Us?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\"\u003eFully quarantined, healthy, and active stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\"\u003eProfessionally packed with insulated shipping and live arrival guarantee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,2,0\"\u003ePerfect peaceful clean-up crew for planted and community tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41388184174656,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/shutterstock_1671935284.jpg?v=1790724963","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/kuhli-loach","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}