Horseface loach
Acantopsis dialuzona · Cobitidae
Also known as Long-nosed loach
Intermediate
A long sand-sifting loach that vanishes into the substrate; needs deep soft sand.
In short: A horseface loach needs at least 190 L (50 US gal), water at 23–28 °C (73–82 °F) and pH 6.5–7.5. It is peaceful, best kept in groups of 3 or more, and rated intermediate to keep.
- Minimum tank
- 190 L (50 US gal)
- Temperature
- 23–28 °C (73–82 °F)
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Adult size
- 20 cm (7.9 in)
- Group size
- 3+
Care requirements
- Minimum tank volume
- 190 L (50 US gal)
- Temperature
- 23–28 °C (73–82 °F)
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 4–18 dGH
- Lifespan
- 8–12 years
- Diet
- Omnivore — sinking pellets, frozen bloodworm, tablets.
- Care level
- Intermediate
Origin & habitat
- Native region
- Southeast Asia
- Water type
- Freshwater
- Biotope
- Sandy river beds with current
- Natural conditions
- Deep fine sand, strong flow, high oxygen.
Behaviour & stocking
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Minimum group
- 3 fish
- Swims
- Bottom
- Good tank mates
- BarbsDaniosLarge rasboras
- Avoid
- Gravel substrateDelicate planted layouts
Breeding & difficulty
- Breeding difficulty
- Advanced
- Sexing
- No reliable difference.
- Notes
- Not bred in home tanks.
- Common ailments
- Barbel and skin damage on gravelIch
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