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Acanthocobitis urophthalmus

Evil Eye Loach, Zodiac Loach
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
5–6
dGH
3–14 ppm
Size
6 cm
Tank
60 L
The Evil Eye Loach is a peaceful species conducive to community tank settings alongside similarly tempered species. Prefers tanks with plenty of hiding spots such as plants, rocks, and driftwood. They are most active during dawn and dusk, exhibiting natural shoaling behaviors.

Water parameters

Hardness
3–14 ppm
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
6 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
60 L

Distribution

Sri Lanka