Gongota loach (Canthophrys gongota)

Scientific name: Canthophrys gongota Hamilton, 1822

The Gongota loach (Canthophrys gongota) is a freshwater fish of the family Cobitidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 18–22°C (64–72°F). Native range: Asia, India and Bangladesh. Reported from Nepal.

Gongota loach care at a glance

Temperature: 18–22°C (64–72°F)

Biology

Inhabits streams and rivers. Occurs in shallow slow-moving streams with sandy, muddy or gravelly bottom.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Canthophrys gongota
Family: Cobitidae (Loaches)
Order: Cypriniformes (Carps)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 13.0
Environment: Freshwater; demersal
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Asia: India and Bangladesh. Reported from Nepal.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)