Peacock Loach (Nemacheilus pavonaceus)
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Peacock Loach
Peacock Loach
Nemacheilus pavonaceus
208 Litres (55 US G.)
12.7-15.2cm (5-6 ")
Freshwater
6.0 - 7.5
18 -25 °C (64.4-77°F)
2-12 °d
1:2 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Nemacheilidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Peacock Loach
Additional scientific names
- Cobitis pavonacea, Acanthocobitis pavonaceus, Noemacheilus pavonaceus, Acanthocobitis pavonacea
Sexing
- Mature females are broader in the belly than males.
Tank compatibility
- A peaceful bottom dweller that appreciates company of its own kind, keep with other peaceful community fish who are not bothered by a strong current which this fish requires.
Diet
Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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