Barred loach (Nemacheilus fasciatus)

Scientific name: Nemacheilus fasciatus Valenciennes, 1846

The Barred loach (Nemacheilus fasciatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Balitoridae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–24°C (72–75°F). Native range: Asia, Sumatra and Java in Indonesia.

Barred loach care at a glance

Temperature: 22–24°C (72–75°F)

Biology

Occurs in mountain streams. Prefers quiet and clear water. Feeds on benthic organisms and detritus.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Nemacheilus fasciatus
Family: Balitoridae (River loaches)
Order: Cypriniformes (Carps)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 7.4
Common length: 5.8
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 12 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Asia: Sumatra and Java in Indonesia.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)