Speckled Butterfly Loach

Beaufortia polylepis

Speckled Butterfly Loach is a peaceful bottom-dwelling fish.

PeacefulBottom dwellerBeginner – Intermediate

Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.

Quick facts

Adult size
≤ 4 cm (≤ 1.6 in)
Care level
Beginner – Intermediate
Temperament
Peaceful
Swimming zone
Bottom dweller
Temperature
18–24 °C
pH
6.5–8
GH
4–12 dGH
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
up to 8 years

Care requirements

Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.

Lifespan: up to 8 years.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 18–24 °C, pH 6.5–8, GH 4–12 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Speckled Butterfly Loach is peaceful and suits calm community fish.

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.

Feeding

As an omnivore, Speckled Butterfly Loach should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: China.

Before adding this fish

  • Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
  • Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.

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FAQ

How large does Speckled Butterfly Loach get?

Speckled Butterfly Loach reaches ≤ 4 cm (≤ 1.6 in).

Is Speckled Butterfly Loach peaceful?

Yes. Speckled Butterfly Loach is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.

What temperature is suitable for Speckled Butterfly Loach?

Keep it between 18 to 24 °C.

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