Pangio kuhlii
Kuhli loaches are slender, banded Pangio species that burrow in soft sand and emerge at dusk to forage. Keep at least six for confidence; singletons often hide indefinitely. Peaceful with small community fish but may be eaten by large predators. Smooth sand protects the mouth; offer tubes, driftwood, and dim lighting.
Sinking micro pellets; frozen bloodworm, tubifex, and brine shrimp; feed after lights dim.
Frequency: 1× daily
May miss daytime feeds—target feed near hides in evening.
Native Region: Southeast Asia (Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo)
Leafy streams and peat swamps with soft substrate and tannin-stained water.
Fine sand; leaf litter optional; secure lid—can squeeze through small gaps.
Activity Level: Moderate
Schooling Size: 6+ recommended
Burrows and weaves through plant roots; most visible in subdued light.
Difficulty: Difficult
Type: Egg scatterer
Sexual Dimorphism: Females fuller when gravid; males sometimes slimmer.
Spawning occasionally reported in dense planted tanks with soft water.
Substrate: Sand
Plant Safe: Yes
PVC tubes and coconut caves mimic natural refuges.
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