![]() ![]() These freshwater fish can tolerate smaller tanks. Additionally, adding fish to a betta tank may cause the betta to become aggressive because it thinks that another fish is swimming over his/her territory. Zebra loach aren’t particularly shy fish and can often be observed foraging for their next shelled snack, but even if your tank is snail free, they will happily consume sinking pellets. Zebra Loaches are striped, bottom-dwelling fish that are usually a good choice for a beginner hobbyist. For their smallish size (about 7.5 cm as adults), distinct pattern and gusto for consuming gastropods, the zebra loach (Botia striata) earns Fish of the Week. Remember that you need to allow a minimum of one gallon of water per inch of fish if you decide to add more specimens to your collection. So, you need at least a 30-gallon tank to comfortably accommodate them. Their ability to eradicate a tank of snails is unparalleled, and there is enough diversity in this group to ensure a species for all aquariums. Betta fish and kuhli loaches can live together peacefully, however, there are a few things to take into consideration, before housing them in the same aquarium. Zebra loaches should ideally be kept in small groups of up to five fish. ![]() ![]() If there was ever a group of fish that provided a dedicated and reliable aquarium service, species from the “Botia” loach family come top of the list. ![]()
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