{"product_id":"yoyo-loach-botia-lohachata","title":"YoYo Loach (Botia lohachata)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" id=\"p-rc_e8532c6a1e095f62-64\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-198\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-198\"\u003eYoYo Loach (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-198\"\u003eBotia lohachata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-198\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-198 citation-end-198\"\u003e is an energetic, highly striking bottom-dwelling freshwater fish prized for its distinctive markings that resemble the letters \"Y-O-Y-O\" along its silvery-gold body.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-197 citation-end-197\"\u003eKnown for its playful demeanor and active social nature, this species serves as a fantastic addition to community aquariums while acting as a natural solution for managing pest snail populations.\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\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eKey Product Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"3\"\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=\"3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotia lohachata\u003c\/i\u003e (frequently grouped with\/sold as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eBotia almorhae\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,2,1,0\"\u003eYoYo Loach, Reticulated Loach, Pakistani Loach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0\"\u003e8 – 12 cm (3.1 – 4.7 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,0\"\u003eActive, social, peaceful semi-gregarious bottom-dweller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,5,1,0\"\u003eGroup of 5 to 6 individuals minimum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,6,1,0\"\u003eOmnivorous (sinking pellets, frozen foods, pest snails)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"3,7,1,0\"\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=\"5\"\u003eBeginner Care Guide \u0026amp; Aquarium Set-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_e8532c6a1e095f62-65\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1. Tank Size \u0026amp; Decor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_e8532c6a1e095f62-65\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-196\"\u003eBecause YoYo Loaches are active swimmers and natural scavengers, a minimum aquarium size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-196\"\u003e100–120 liters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-196 citation-end-196\"\u003e is recommended.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Use fine sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their sensitive facial barbels. Provide plenty of hiding spots using driftwood, rocks, or caves, as they enjoy resting in sheltered areas during the day. \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=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2. Water Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 24°C – 28°C (75°F – 82°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5 – 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 – 12 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\" id=\"p-rc_e8532c6a1e095f62-66\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3. Behavior \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\" id=\"p-rc_e8532c6a1e095f62-66\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-195\"\u003eAlways keep \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-195\"\u003eBotia lohachata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-195 citation-end-195\"\u003e in 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-194 citation-end-194\"\u003eWhen kept alone, they can become shy or display minor territorial stress toward tankmates.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e They pair exceptionally well with peaceful surface- and mid-water species such as tetras, rasboras, gouramis, and barbs. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"292\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/i\u003e Avoid housing them with ornamental shrimp or small pest snails, as these are natural food sources for loaches. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57569451508052,"sku":"652.4","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/BOTIALOHACHATA.webp?v=1791825483","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/yoyo-loach-botia-lohachata","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}