Chain Loach

Ambastaia sidthimunki

Also sold as Dwarf Chain Loach.

Dwarf loach with a chain-link pattern; peaceful social loach, eats small snails.

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Stocking picked for youCompatible fish & invertebrates, chosen and quantified for the tank.
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Step-by-step setupSubstrate, cycling, planting and stocking, in the right order.
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Water-test logbookLog your parameters and track the tank on your own dashboard.
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Care at a glance

bottom_dwellerType
2"Adult size
20 galMinimum tank
5+Group size
peacefulTemperament
75-82°FTemperature
6.0-7.5pH
4-12GH
Sinking foods, frozen, small snailsDiet
bottomSwimming zone
moderateCare level
YesPlant-safe

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