The kuhli loach (Pangio kuhlii) is a peaceful fish that grows to about 4 inches and spends its time near the bottom. Keep at least 5 together, in a tank of 20 gallons or more, at 75–86°F and pH 5.5–6.5.
20 galsmallest tank
4″adult size
75–86°Ftemperature
5.5–6.5pH
5+group size
Peacefultemperament
Good tankmates
Avoid
- ✕White cloud mountain minnow: Kuhli loach and White cloud mountain minnow need different temperatures (75–86°F vs 60–72°F).
- ✕Rosy barb: Kuhli loach and Rosy barb need different temperatures (75–86°F vs 64–72°F).
- ✕Guppy: Kuhli loach and Guppy prefer different water (pH 5.5–6.5 vs 6.8–8).
- ✕Endler's livebearer: Kuhli loach and Endler's livebearer prefer different water (pH 5.5–6.5 vs 7–8).
- ✕Platy: Kuhli loach and Platy prefer different water (pH 5.5–6.5 vs 7–8.2).
- ✕Swordtail: Kuhli loach and Swordtail prefer different water (pH 5.5–6.5 vs 7–8.3).
- ✕Molly: Kuhli loach and Molly prefer different water (pH 5.5–6.5 vs 7.5–8.5).
- ✕Paradise fish: Paradise fish is aggressive and best kept alone.
From TankCoach's own species data: common hobby guidance for adults, rounded. Individual fish vary. Not veterinary advice.