Mottled loach

Acanthocobitis botia

Not Evaluated Freshwater

Max Length

14.869999885559082 cm

Family

Nemacheilidae

About

A loach (10-12cm) with a mottled brown-and-cream pattern from streams of northern India and Nepal. Inhabits clear, fast-flowing mountain rivers over gravel. Frequently sold in the aquarium trade.

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	14.869999885559082 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Clear, cool hill streams and rivers of northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Inhabits gravel and sandy substrates in fast-flowing mountain streams (pH 6.5-7.5, 20-24°C).

Water Type

Freshwater

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Taxonomy

Order	Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
Family	Nemacheilidae (Stone Loaches)
Species	Acanthocobitis botia

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Mottled loach get?

Mottled loach can grow up to 14.869999885559082 cm long.

Where is Mottled loach found?

Clear, cool hill streams and rivers of northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Inhabits gravel and sandy substrates in fast-flowing mountain streams (pH 6.5-7.5, 20-24°C).

What family does Mottled loach belong to?

Mottled loach (Acanthocobitis botia) belongs to the family Nemacheilidae (Stone Loaches) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).