Kuhli loach care
Pangio kuhlii
Kuhli loach (Pangio kuhlii) grows to about 10 cm (3.9 in) and needs a tank of at least 80 liters (21 US gallons). Keep it at 24–30 °C (75–86 °F) with a pH of 5.5–7.
FreshwaterMediumPeacefulPrefers soft water
Adult size10 cm · 3.9 in
Smallest tank80 L · 21 gal
Temperature24–30 °C · 75–86 °F
pH5.5–7
GroupGroups of 5+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsBottom
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyBetta (Siamese fighting fish)PlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraAngelfishBristlenose plecoCherry barbTiger barb
Avoid with
Cherry shrimpParadise fishWhite cloud minnowConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyDemasoni cichlidCommon goldfishKoiPea pufferFigure-eight pufferCrystal red shrimp
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.