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by mariarivera
Fri Jan 23, 2026 6:17 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Why do they do this?
Replies: 4
Views: 9044

Re: Why do they do this?

It's interesting to observe how fish behave differently in their environments! Your loach might be exhibiting playful behavior or simply exploring its territory. Fish often react to their reflections, thinking they see another fish, which could explain the vertical zooming. It's also possible that ...
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by mariarivera
Mon Jan 19, 2026 2:45 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Why are my loaches so shy?
Replies: 9
Views: 25646

Re: Why are my loaches so shy?

It's common for loaches to be shy in a new tank, just like a stickman hook trying to find his balance on a hook. They need time to settle in and feel secure. Your bluish moon light might help, but dimming it could encourage them to come out more.
Watch the leporinus too, as they can be territorial ...
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by mariarivera
Mon Jun 16, 2025 2:36 am
Forum: Fish Health & Treatment
Topic: Weather loach fungus spots
Replies: 4
Views: 147210

Re: Weather loach fungus spots


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My loach is full grown and usually happy always swimming back n forth. I bought 2 more loaches a third of his size and they would swim and rub on each other. Then after 3 months as the babies were getting a little bigger, one ...
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by mariarivera
Mon Jun 02, 2025 7:32 am
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: kh and gh relative to clown loaches
Replies: 10
Views: 54194

Re: kh and gh relative to clown loaches

It sounds like you're doing a great job monitoring your tank's parameters! Clown loaches generally prefer a GH of 5-12 dGH and a KH of 3-8 dKH, so your readings are in a decent range, but it's good to aim for stability. Once you get your hands on those liquid tests, you'll have a clearer picture. By ...
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by mariarivera
Sun Apr 13, 2025 11:46 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Playing games with my Yoyos - ingenious snail puzzles!
Replies: 6
Views: 43821

Re: Playing games with my Yoyos - ingenious snail puzzles!

What a creative idea for your Yoyos! I love the concept of a "loach puzzle"; it sounds like it would provide endless entertainment for both the fish and their owners. It reminds me of the fun I had with a game called block breaker , where strategy and adaptability are key. I'm sure your Yoyos will ...
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by mariarivera
Mon Sep 09, 2024 11:11 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Should i use almond leaves or RO water for clown loach?
Replies: 6
Views: 148179

Re: Should i use almond leaves or RO water for clown loach?

It sounds like your clown loaches are thriving in the current setup! If the almond leaves are making them happy and you’re okay with the cost, it might be worth continuing with them. However, if you want a more sustainable long-term solution, investing in an RO unit could help you maintain ...
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by mariarivera
Mon Jan 08, 2024 10:15 pm
Forum: Loach Forum
Topic: Loach comes over and turns upside down?
Replies: 8
Views: 121393

Re: Loach comes over and turns upside down?

Hi duncansargent,
It's great to hear that Reggie is such a friendly and eager feeder. The behavior of swimming over and then floating upside down after feeding might be a sign of discomfort or a health issue. It's best to keep an eye on him and consider consulting with a veterinarian who specializes ...