Sumo Loach
Schistura balteata — Tiny loach with bold banding. Can be territorial toward its own kind — keep only one or a large group. Will eat small inverts but generally plant-safe.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Schistura balteata |
|---|---|
| Type | bottom_dweller |
| Adult size | 2" |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal |
| Group size | 3+ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive |
| Temperature | 68-79°F |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| GH | 5-12 |
| Diet | carnivore — worms, inverts |
| Swimming zone | bottom |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | Yes |