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Acanthopsis choirorhynchus ; A. biaculeata, A. choerorhynchus, A. dialuzona, A. dialyzona, A. diazona
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Overview:
A. Choirorhynchus aka Horsefaced loaches are a peaceful, nocturnal species
that can be kept in a community tank with small to large fish with same
temperament. It is very common to catch this fish peeking out of the
sand, with only the snout and eyes exposed, observing its environment.
They are often skittish of fast movements and will dive into the sand
for cover. This fish is easy to keep and a pleasure to watch.
Quick stats:
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Listed tank sizes are the minimum
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| Size: |
Average adult size: 8 inches |
| Tank: |
Min. Tank requirements: 24" inches in length |
| Strata: |
Bottom |
| PH: |
PH recommendation 6.5-7.0 |
| Hardness: |
Hardness: 1-12 dGH |
| Temperature: |
74°F to 82°F (24°-28° C) |
Classification:
| Order: |
Cypriniformes |
| Family: |
Cobitidae |
| Genera: |
Acantopsis |
| Species: |
choirorhynchus et al |
Common name:
Horsefaced loach , Long-nosed Loach, Horsehead Loach
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Distribution
Southeast Asia: Borneo, Burma (Myanmar), Java, Malaysia, Sumatra, Thailand,
Vietnam
General Body Form:
The body of the Horsefaced loach is long and flattened with a snout
that is characteristically long, sloping downwards, resembling a Horses'
head. Females generally are longer then the male and have a larger
abdominal area. Gravid females are noticeably plumper and longer then
the males.
Coloration:
Many color and pattern variations are known due to it's wide geographic
distribution. The most commonly sold in the US are silver/grey bodies
with black stripes along it's back and flanks. .
Maintenance:
This species is an active burrower, so it is highly recommended that
the aquarium substrate be fine-grained sand with a minimum depth of
3". Another reason for fine-grained sand is that these loaches often
filter their food through their gills. Most foods are accepted, such
as sinking wafers and flake food. Frozen or live bloodworms, insect
larvae, brine shrimp are a welcomed treat. This species will not compete
for their food, so it is advisable to add extra for the bottom-dwellers.
Plants can be uprooted as a result of the loaches' burrowing, so anchoring
or deep rooting them is also advisable. Rocks, caves , plants , and
wood can be used as cover. This species of loaches are a schooling fish
and are best kept in a group of 3 or more.
Biotope:
The Region in which the Horsefaced loach inhabits is in rapid and slow
moving rivers with sandy and rocky bottoms.
Breeding:
Breeding in the Aquarium is not known.
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