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Striata Loach (Botia striata)
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Tue August 15, 2006
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Average Rating
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100% of reviewers
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None indicated
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10.0
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Description:
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Size: 4"
Temperature: 72-84F
The Striata loach is also known under the common name of Zebra loach and is found in streams in India. The body of this loach is tan in coloration with dark brown vertical striations, or stripes, that cover the fish's body, which provide an interesting pattern and provide the fish with its scientific name ("striata" indicates "striations"). It is a semi-agressive fish that likes to shoal with other fish of the same species, but will do fine with other semi-agressive or peaceful fish. As with most loach species, a group of 3 or more loaches is recommended due to their social nature and will school with other loaches of similar age and size. Single specimens can become slightly more aggressive and irritating towards tankmates. This species greatly appreciates a soft substrate to prevent irritation to it's underside as it is almost constantly in contact with the substrate's surface. The Striata loach also appreciates caves and hiding places to use during the day and for resting in. Diet should include both plant matter and protein-rich foods such as live or frozen bloodworms. It is reported that these fish can make audible popping noises.
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Author
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FreshwaterJeff
Super Fish
Registered: March 2006
Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 1261
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Review Date: Tue August 15, 2006
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Would you recommend the profile? Yes |
Price you paid?: Not Indicated
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Pros:
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Personality, active clean up crew, coloration
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None
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I'll admit it - I really love these little guys. I have three of them in my 55 gallon tank, and they crack me up with their playful antics. Sometimes, they'll school with my rainbows or just follow other fish around, until the other fish look at them like "what are you doing?"
They're also diligent workers in cleaning up bits of food matter that fall to the tank floor, and their striking markings really make them stand out - especially because (in my experience) they're harder to come by than clowns, zebras, and kuhlis (and even angelicas, for that matter).
Although they are semi-aggressive by reputation, I've never seen my zebras chase or nip at another fish mean-spiritedly. They'll follow others around because they're inquisitive and playful, but I've never seen anything resembling aggression from them.
I'd recommend zebra loaches to anyone and everyone!
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