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Our Guide To Keeping Dwarf Chain Loach Fish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Ambastaia sidthimunki
- Common name: Dwarf Chain Loach
- Family: Cobitidae
- Origin: Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Cambodia
- Adult length: 3 to 4 cm
- Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
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Tank Setup:
- Dwarf Chain Loaches prefer a well-planted aquarium with hiding spots and open swimming areas.
- Provide fine substrate like sand or smooth gravel to mimic their natural habitat.
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Water Parameters:
- Keep the water slightly acidic to neutral with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
- Maintain the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- Provide gentle to moderate water flow with a filtration system suitable for the tank size.
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Diet:
- Dwarf Chain Loaches are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods including high-quality flake or pellet food, frozen foods, and live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
- Offer a varied diet to ensure they receive essential nutrients.
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Tank mates:
- Dwarf Chain Loaches are peaceful community fish but may be shy if not kept in a group of at least six individuals.
- They are compatible with other small, peaceful fish such as tetras, rasboras, and dwarf cichlids.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Dwarf Chain Loaches are social fish and should be kept in groups to exhibit their natural behaviors.
- They are peaceful and suitable for community tanks, but avoid keeping them with aggressive or large species that may intimidate them.