Loaches Online Forum

Hello, This if my first time posting and finding the site. First off, I'd like to say this is a great resource and community!

After a bit of research, I've read some recommendations that yoyo loaches are good candidates for smaller tanks. I would like to get some feedback on this topic.

My tank specs:
37g
1.5 watts/gallon lighting
Eheim 2026 Canister Filtration
Moderately planted tank
Eco Complete Substrate
DIY CO2
Water Params in check (NO3, NO2, NH4, pH, etc)
lots of driftwood and plant cover
weekly 10% water change
weekly dosing of flourish and florish iron

Current Stocking List:
6x Cherry Barb
3x Corydora Julii
2x otocinculus (will add more)
1x male kribensis (female went AWOL)
7x small male kribensis fry
1x yellow rubbermouth pleco

Plans:
Obtain yoyo loach or any other recommendations

Please advise if you think it would be okay to add a yoyo loach as my snail population is increasing and I want a little more 'character' to add to the mix. Additionally, also note how many to get.

Thanks for your time.
w.

Your tank is already pretty full.
Yoyos get too big for a 37 gallon tank. I would look at some Loaches that do not get much bigger than 3".

yoyos can also be quite active, and can swim surprisingly quickly, so even small yoyos may feel cramped. also, just one will probably bully the other fish. they can be quite agressive when they are on their own. you should have at least 5, so they will definately be cramped.

have you looked at the species profile here? you will find the information is excellent, and each profile has been written by the experts who actually keep these fish.

please ask if you have any more questions