Green Tiger Loach
Syncrossus hymenophysa
Green Tiger Loach is a bottom-dwelling fish.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 25 cm (≤ 9.8 in)
- Aquarium size
- 280 L or larger
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom dweller
- Temperature
- 25–30 °C
- pH
- 6–7.5
- GH
- 3–15 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 8 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 8 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 280 L or larger. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 25–30 °C, pH 6–7.5, GH 3–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Green Tiger Loach needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Green Tiger 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: Indonesia, Malaysia.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 280 L or larger.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Green Tiger Loach get?
Green Tiger Loach reaches ≤ 25 cm (≤ 9.8 in). Allow for adult swimming space, filtration, and compatible companions.
What aquarium size does Green Tiger Loach need?
Use an aquarium of at least 280 L or larger.
Is Green Tiger Loach peaceful?
Green Tiger Loach needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Green Tiger Loach?
Keep it between 25 to 30 °C.