Zebra Loach ML (Botia Striata)

The Zebra Loach is a lively and attractive bottom-dwelling fish known for its bold striped pattern and active personality. Native to India, these loaches spend much of their time exploring the substrate, hiding among rocks and driftwood, and searching for leftover food.

Zebra Loaches are social fish and do best when kept in groups. They are generally peaceful and can make an excellent addition to a community aquarium with similarly sized, non-aggressive tank mates. They are also known to eat small pest snails, making them a useful addition to many freshwater aquariums.

Care Level: Moderate

Temperament: Peaceful and social

Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 inches

Recommended Group: 5 or more

Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

Temperature: 24–28°C / 75–82°F

pH: 6.0–7.5

Diet: Omnivore. Feed sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, live foods, and occasional vegetable-based foods.

Provide plenty of hiding spaces using caves, driftwood, plants, and smooth rocks. A sand or fine, smooth substrate is recommended because Zebra Loaches spend considerable time foraging along the bottom.