Dwarf Chain Loach Spotlight

The Dwarf Chain Loach, also known as the Chained Loach, is a small freshwater fish that belongs to the Botiidae family. They are native to Southeast Asia, particularly in the Mekong and Chao Phraya river basins in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. The fish has a slim body and can grow up to a length of 2.5 inches. It is colored brown with black markings and has a pattern of chain-like stripes along its sides that give it its common name. Dwarf Chain Loaches are peaceful fish, and they do well in community tanks with other small and peaceful fish. They are scavengers and prefer a diet of live and frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia, but they will also eat flakes and pellets. They require a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding places and a soft substrate like sand or smooth gravel. The ideal temperature range for Dwarf Chain Loaches is between 75°F to 80°F, and they prefer slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. Overall, the Dwarf Chain Loach is an interesting and easy-to-care-for fish that can make a great addition to a peaceful community aquarium. Buy our fish and products at the link below.