Moderate
Siamese Algae Eater (Crossocheilus cf. langei)
22–26°C · pH 6–7.5 · 200L
£4.99
Peaceful brown Pangio loach for planted aquariums with soft sand, shaded cover and a social group of five or more.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Pangio cf. kuhlii
Brown Kuhli Loach are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour. Larger shoals stay calmer, eat better, and look stunning.
Peaceful brown Pangio loach for planted aquariums with soft sand, shaded cover and a social group of five or more.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
The kuhli loach is a peaceful, eel-like bottom dweller for soft-water community tanks. Honest UK care guide covering tank size, sand substrate, hiding behaviour and group size.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Brown Kuhli Loach is a peaceful, eel-like Pangio loach for soft planted aquariums with sand, leaf litter and shaded hiding places. The supplier trade label for this SKU is Pangio kuhlii javanicus; because brown kuhli-type loaches can be traded under several closely related names, this listing keeps the care advice practical and cautious rather than forcing the exact phrase through the page.
| Scientific name | Pangio cf. kuhlii |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 8-10 cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 60 litres or more for a group |
| Temperature | 24-28 C |
| pH | 5.5-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful nocturnal bottom dweller |
| Diet | Sinking micro pellets, wafers, frozen bloodworm, daphnia and other small foods |
Keep Brown Kuhli Loaches in a settled aquarium with fine sand, smooth wood, leaf litter and plenty of cover. They are social fish, so a group of five or more is far better than a single specimen. They spend much of the day hidden and become more active in the evening, especially when the tank is calm.
Use gentle but reliable filtration and keep ammonia and nitrite at zero. Sharp gravel is a poor choice because these loaches probe and burrow around the substrate with delicate barbels. A tight lid is sensible, as slim loaches can squeeze through small gaps.
Offer sinking foods after the lights dim so the loaches are not outcompeted by midwater fish. Small pellets, soft wafers, frozen bloodworm, daphnia and cyclops all work well. They will browse leftover particles, but they should never be expected to live on scraps alone.
Choose peaceful fish that enjoy similar warm freshwater conditions. Calm companions such as Neon Green Rasbora and Green Neon Tetra work well above the loaches, while other loaches such as Zebra Loach or specialist hillstream species such as Panda Loach should be compared carefully because their flow and space needs can differ. Avoid large cichlids, rough bottom dwellers and fin nippers.
Order Brown Kuhli Loach from Tropical Fish Co when your aquarium is mature, stable and ready for livestock. Fish are packed for UK delivery and sent by a licensed live-animal courier where live-animal shipping applies. Livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
For a loach-focused setup, compare this fish with Zebra Loach, Panda Loach and Siamese Algae Eater. For peaceful upper-water movement, Neon Green Rasbora and Green Neon Tetra are useful companions to research next.
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