Description
Black kuhli loaches hail from Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, with records across Java, Sumatra and Borneo. Growing up to 8cm in length, these peaceful, eel-like freshwater fish are best identified by their uniformly dark brown to black bodies, with no banding.
Black kuhli loaches are best kept in groups of five or more to help them feel secure and promote natural behaviour.
To mimic their natural environment, consider a sand substrate with plenty of plants and leaf litter, and be sure to secure the lid on your aquarium.
Black kuhli loaches are micropredators that feed on small sinking foods. At Wirral Aquatics we feed our black kuhli loaches Artemia and Insect meal, along with bloodworm and baby brine shrimp.
Tank compatibility & care
Compatible tank mates
Hand-picked from the species we stock
Ordering livestock
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