What other loach should I get?
Posted: Sun Feb 10, 2008 9:15 pm
I am struggling to decided what to put with my clowns and striata in my 240g. I plan on around 8-12 clowns (currently have 6 but plan on a few more) and 2 dozen striata (currently have a dozen, thinking about 1-2 dozen more).
I'd really like to add 1 more species of loaches. I'd also like something a little more rare. Originally my idea is to add Dario which until recently I have never even seen in person. Alternatively, if they still have many left, the lfs here has kubotai on sale for $5. I do like the kubotai and consider them even though they are common here. And lastly, I hear many good things about histrionica. All these loaches are of similar size so I was thinking whatever I go with to get probably 12 of, maybe more, maybe less. All of these options fall between $4-$6 but the only local ones would be kubs.
Is there any that wouldnt be as good compatibility-wise with clowns and striata?
Stocking total will probably be on the heavy side with lots of upper dwelling fish too. I usually tend to stock heavy especially with lots of plants, and daily partial water change system.
I dont think I've ever done a poll here so hope it works right.
I'd really like to add 1 more species of loaches. I'd also like something a little more rare. Originally my idea is to add Dario which until recently I have never even seen in person. Alternatively, if they still have many left, the lfs here has kubotai on sale for $5. I do like the kubotai and consider them even though they are common here. And lastly, I hear many good things about histrionica. All these loaches are of similar size so I was thinking whatever I go with to get probably 12 of, maybe more, maybe less. All of these options fall between $4-$6 but the only local ones would be kubs.
Is there any that wouldnt be as good compatibility-wise with clowns and striata?
Stocking total will probably be on the heavy side with lots of upper dwelling fish too. I usually tend to stock heavy especially with lots of plants, and daily partial water change system.
I dont think I've ever done a poll here so hope it works right.
