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Name
Scientific name
Misgurnus anguillicaudatus
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cobitidae
Common names
Oriental Weather Loach
Photograph credits
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Summary
The oriental weather loach, Misgurnus anguillicaudatus, is a loach native to Siberia, Korea, Japan, China and northern Vietnam. Known in th…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
280mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 18–23°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
1–12dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
China
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Native to Siberia, Sakhalin island, Korea, Japan, China, northern Vietnam and possibly Laos (it remains unknown whether the species is native or was introduced…
Habitat
Most commonly found in shallow, slow-moving sections of rivers and streams or calm habitats such as swamps, oxbows, backwaters and paddy fields. These are ofte…
Aquarium size
A tank with a base measuring 120 ∗ 45 cm or more is necessary for long-term care and this species should NEVER be maintained outdoors.
Maintenance
Not difficult to keep but must be provided with a soft, sandy or fine gravel substrate since some of its time is spent completely buried, or with only eyes pro…
Water conditions
Temperature: Can apparently tolerate a temperature range of 5 - 25°C/41 - 77°F but for general care a value between 17.8 - 23.3°C/64 - 74°F is recommended. Thi…
Diet
Chiefly a predator foraging for insect larvae, small crustaceans and suchlike. In the aquarium it will accept sinking dried foods but should also be offered re…
Behaviour and compatibility
Misgurnus spp. are peaceful both with one another and other species though they may prey on eggs/fry/very small fishes. They can be kept singly but seem more a…
Sexual dimorphism
Adult females are typically heavier-bodied and a little larger then males. In mature males the pectoral fins are enlarged with a thickened second ray forming a…
Reproduction
Reports of captive breeding are scarce and we've been unable to find one containing any significant detail; presumably the fish are induced to spawn by means o…
Notes
An exceptionally hardy and adaptable species tolerant of a wide range of physiological variables and flexible of diet, factors which have allowed it to become …
References
References
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