Black ‘Kuhli’ Loach at Wirral Aquatics
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Black Kuhli Loach

Wirral Aquatics
Amount: Single
Price:
£6.50
Stock:
Sold out

Pickup currently unavailable at Wirral Aquatics Ltd

Description

Kuhli loaches are native to Southeast Asia. Growing up to 10cm long, these small, eel like, bottom dwelling fish, are a fab addition to an aquarium. They are peaceful, nocturnal and extremely inquisitive, fascinating to watch. Notoriously difficult to catch, they remain a very popular loach species. Kuhli loaches must be kept in groups of six or more to reduce stress. However, best kept in larger groups for confidence & character- the less you have together, the less likely you’ll be to see them out and about. Planted tanks and moss balls will also give Kuhli loaches shelter and increase their confidence and presence within the tank. Small, peaceful tank mates are great companions, such as cardinal tetras which enjoy similar water parameters.

Consider a sandy substrate to prevents damage/wounds from trying to burrow into gravel. Be sure to secure the lid of your aquarium tight shut as they are excellent escape artisits. They have a long lifespan which is pretty cool (a decade) Kuhli loaches enjoy a varied diet.

At Wirral Aquatics we feed EBO Pro Soft Mussel, Artemia and Spirulina. We also feed live and frozen foods including bloodworm and brine shrimp.

Tank compatibility & care

Temperature
21–26 °C
pH
3.5–7
Hardness
0–143 ppm
Adult size
100 mm
Min. tank
55 L
Type
Fish
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Carnivore

Compatible tank mates

Hand-picked from the species we stock
Black Kuhli Loach tankmate overlap
Fire Honey Gouramis
Fire Honey Gouramis
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
22–27 °CpH 6–7.536–268 ppm
Blue line rasbora
Blue line rasbora
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
20–25 °CpH 6–7.536–214 ppm
Croaking gourami
Croaking gourami
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
22–28 °CpH 5–7.518–268 ppm
Harlequin rasbora
Harlequin rasbora
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
21–28 °CpH 5–7.518–215 ppm
Black Emperor Tetra
Black Emperor Tetra
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
23–27 °CpH 5–7.518–215 ppm
Black Widow Tetra
Black Widow Tetra
Out of stock
Temp °C 20 28
pH 3.5 7.5
GH ppm 0 300
20–26 °CpH 6–789–357 ppm
Every aquarium is different. These are a guide based on water chemistry, adult size and temperament. Individual fish have their own personalities. Introduce new tank mates gradually, keep groups at the right numbers, and watch how everyone settles in. Ask our team if you'd like advice for your setup.

Ordering livestock

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