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Name
Scientific name
Kichulchoia multifasciata
Described by
Authority Wakiya & Mori, Year 1929
Family
Cobitidae
Summary
Kichulchoia multifasciata is a cobitid loach known only from river basins of southwestern Korea. It is restricted to shallow, fast-flowing,…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
120mm, standard length
Tank size
Minimum length 90 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Water movement High: fast-flowing river or riffle
Water
Temperature and pH
Temperature 20–24°C, pH 6–7.5
Hardness
0–8dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
A shoal or group
Community suitability
Community-safe
Where it lives
Countries
South Korea
Supporting text
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Known only from river basins of southwestern Korea with type locality the Rakuto River.
Habitat
Restricted to shallow, fast-flowing, highly-oxygenated headwaters and minor tributaries characterised by stretches of riffles and runs broken up by pools or ca…
Aquarium size
An aquarium with base dimensions of 90 ∗ 30 cm36 ∗ 12 in should be the smallest considered.
Maintenance
Most importantly the water must be clean and well-oxygenated so the use of an over-sized filter is suggested. Turnover should ideally be 10-15 times per hour s…
Water conditions
Temperature: For general care 20 – 24 °C68 – 75 °F is recommended but it should withstand warmer conditions provided dissolved oxygen levels are maintained. pH…
Diet
Much of the natural diet is likely to be composed of benthic algae plus associated micro-organisms. In captivity it will accept good-quality dried foods and me…
Behaviour and compatibility
Very peaceful although its environmental requirements limit the selection of suitable tankmates somewhat. Species inhabiting similar habitats in nature include…
Sexual dimorphism
Males lack a lamina circularis (structure formed by two or more fused rays) on the pectoral fins meaning young specimens can be difficult to sex accurately. Ol…
Reproduction
Unreported.
Notes
It's unlikely that K. multifasciata has yet made its way into the western hobby though it is sometimes available in Korea and Japan. It's most easily told apar…
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