{"product_id":"golden-kuhli-loach-pangio-doriae","title":"Golden Kuhli Loach (Pangio doriae)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-102\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-347\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-347\"\u003eGolden Kuhli Loach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-347\"\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-347\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-347 citation-end-347\"\u003e) is an exceptionally unique, peaceful, sand-dwelling freshwater fish that brings both beauty and fascination to the aquarium.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-346\"\u003eSporting a slender, eel-like body with a radiant golden-orange hue, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"236\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-346\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-346 citation-end-346\"\u003e is widely loved by hobbyists for its gentle nature and captivating foraging habits.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-103\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-345\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-345\"\u003eNote for Beginner Aquarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-345 citation-end-345\"\u003e Despite their exotic, snake-like appearance, Golden Eel Loaches are hardy and easy to care for.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-344 citation-end-344\"\u003eThey are peaceful community fish that thrive when kept in small social groups of 5 or more.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-343 citation-end-343\"\u003eThey love to sift through soft sand substrates for food, helping clean up leftover morsels without harming aquatic plants or tankmates.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/i\u003e is a peaceful bottom-dweller characterized by its distinct uniform golden coloration and smooth, slender form. Highly adaptable and active during feeding times, this loach makes a wonderful addition to peaceful tropical setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,1,0\"\u003eGolden Eel Loach, Golden Kuhli Loach, Golden Coolie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,1,0\"\u003eExtremely Peaceful, Social \/ Schooling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,4,1,0\"\u003e3.5 to 4.0 inches (approx. 9 – 10 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,5,1,0\"\u003eMinimum 15 Gallons (55 L)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,6,1,0\"\u003eOmnivore (Micro pellets, sinking wafers, bloodworms, daphnia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,7,1,0\"\u003eBeginner to Intermediate Aquarist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-104\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1. Aquarium Setup \u0026amp; Substrate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-104\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-342\"\u003eThe most important requirement for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-342\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-342\"\u003e is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-342\"\u003esoft, fine sand substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-342 citation-end-342\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e These loaches naturally burrow into the bed and sift substrate through their gills; rough or sharp gravel can cause skin abrasion or damage their delicate facial barbels. \u003cspan class=\"citation-341 citation-end-341\"\u003eProvide ample hiding spots using driftwood roots, rock caves, or dense aquatic plants like Java Fern and Cryptocoryne.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2. Water Conditions \u0026amp; Acclimation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 23°C – 28°C (73°F – 82°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0 – 7.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e Soft to medium (2 – 10 dGH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-105\"\u003eTo ensure a smooth transition, always use the drip acclimation method for 30–45 minutes before adding them to your tank. \u003cspan class=\"citation-340 citation-end-340\"\u003eKeep aquarium lids tightly secured, as loaches can jump or squeeze through small openings when adjusting to new surroundings.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-106\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3. Feeding \u0026amp; Social Behavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\" id=\"p-rc_ea1ad0cca54c7563-106\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003ePangio doriae\u003c\/i\u003e are naturally timid when kept individually; \u003cspan class=\"citation-339\"\u003ealways keep a minimum group of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"118\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-339\"\u003e5 to 6 individuals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-339 citation-end-339\"\u003e so they feel secure enough to explore during the daytime.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Feed them sinking omnivore pellets, micro wafers, or frozen foods (such as bloodworms or brine shrimp) shortly after switching off the aquarium lights.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57569590280532,"sku":"0039.3","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/PANGIODORIAE.webp?v=1791826327","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/golden-kuhli-loach-pangio-doriae","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}