Fish · moderate

Kuhli Loach

Pangio kuhlii

Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii)

Care level: moderate
Temperament: peaceful
Diet: Omnivore/scavenger — sinking pellets, wafers, leftover food
Minimum tank size: 15 gallon
Adult size: 4 in
Lifespan: 10 years
Schooling minimum: 3+
Temperature: 75-86°F
pH: 6.0-7.0
Hardness: Soft

Example species record for template validation — pending Phase 1 scientific-source citation before publication.

Compatible tankmates

Corydoras (Panda Cory)

Both peaceful bottom dwellers; Kuhli Loaches are mostly nocturnal so overlap with day-active Corydoras is minimal.

Guppy

Kuhli Loaches stay hidden and bottom-oriented, rarely interacting with mid-water guppies.

Works well with these plants

Java Fern

low light · no CO2 needed

Java Moss

low light · no CO2 needed