Can I keep Clown Loaches in my tank?

[HEY-MAN]

Hey. I have an almost 100 gallon tank, the dimensions are 4' x 18 x 24. I think it might be a little higher and a little wider (an inch or two).

Is this suitable for Clown Loaches?

Thanks.

[bookpage]

http://www.loaches.com/species-index/cl ... cracanthus

From that link:

"A potential owner should seriously consider the long-term commitment in purchasing a group of this species, as they will require ever- increasing size of aquaria and may potentially live at least twice as long as some small dogs.

Adults will eventually require an aquarium measuring at least 6’ x 2’ x 2’. Even small specimens of this species must initially be housed in an aquarium that is 4ft long as a minimum. Anything smaller can cause these fast-swimming fish to become stunted and stressed. "

[Marcos Mataratzis]

As stated by bookpage, you´ll have to think in the future. This tank is suitable for the juvenile fase of Clown Loaches, but in 3 or 4 years it will be small for a group of 5 or 6 individuals.

[HEY-MAN]

Ok thank you. Btw marcos, that new tank you have is amazing

[Marcos Mataratzis]

Thank you!