Features of the Crown Loach and how to keep it

The clown loach is a tropical fish of the Carp family, Loachidae, native to the islands of Sumatra and Borneo in Southeast Asia. Its body color is mainly yellow with a black banded stripe pattern. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the clown loach and how to keep it.

What is a Crown Roach?

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The clown loach is a tropical fish that belongs to the loach family of the carp family. The origin of the clown loach is Sumatra and Borneo in Southeast Asia.The body color of the crown loach is a yellow base with a black band, and the coloration of many individuals becomes stronger as they are kept longer. The "crown" of the clown loach does not mean "crown" but rather "clown. The clown loach is named for its yellow and black striped body color, which resembles a clown's costume. The clown loach is a member of the loach family and has a downward-facing mouth that feeds on algae and small insects attached to mud and gravel. Therefore,Many people keep them in aquariums for the purpose of having them eat the scum of the creatures they mix with and the algae on the walls.

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How to Keep a Crown Loach

Crown Loaches can be an easy breed to keep. The lifespan of the crown loach is approximately 10 to 20 years. Their body size is approximately 10 to 30 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 5.0 to 8.0. Since the clown loach is classified as a tropical fish, it requires a heater in winter if kept in Japan.Crown Loaches are also known as "sleeping fish," and normal fish often sleep while swimming or in a swimming position. However, when a clown loach sleeps, it does so lying down on the bottom of an aquarium or other container. Most people who see them without knowing them would mistake them for dead. The evidence of this is that their gills are still moving, so you can rest assured that they are safe. In addition, they may pretend to be dead when startled, so you can rest assured that they are safe in that case as well.

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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers

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First of all, the character of the crown loach is timid. Therefore, if the breed with which they are mixed is territorial or aggressive, the clown loach may be attacked, resulting in injury or even illness due to stress. However, as they grow older, they become more feisty and will often fight with other fish of the same species or with other fish.In order to prevent this, it is important to avoid increasing the number of crown roaches in the lower areas of the aquarium where they primarily live. For example, when adding corydoras or plecos, be careful of their size. If the size of the clown loach is larger than that of the corydoras, it is best to avoid mixing them. On the other hand, if the pleco is larger, it is possible to mix them. Size is important because clown loaches are not likely to fight with larger individuals. If you do decide to mix them, be sure to include a species that does not use the lower levels of the aquarium as a base of operations.

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Points about spawning

Many people who keep crown loaches want to breed them. However,Breeding crown loaches is very difficult because they often require artificial assistance, such as the administration of hormones, and there have been very few successful breeding attempts in a typical breeding environment.

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What to look for when keeping a crown loach

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The crown loach is a popular breed because of its ease of keeping and other features. They also have features not found in other breeds, such as their flashy body color and special sleeping habits. The Crown Loach also prevents water quality deterioration by eating leftover food from other breeds, making it a recommended breed for those who have problems with leftover food and algae on the walls.When mixing them, you will have less trouble if you know the personality of the clown loach well. If you have a chance to see a clown loach at a specialty store, we recommend that you take a look at its distinctive body coloration and other characteristics.

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