Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for Acanthocobitis urophthalmus, the Banded Mountain Loach

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Family:	Balitoridae
Species:	Acanthocobitis urophthalmus
Common Name:	Banded Mountain Loach
Size:	Up to 2 inches (5 cm)
Habitat:	Asia: Restricted to the south western lowlands from Kelani River to Nilwala River, Sri Lanka.
Min Tank Size:	55 gallon.
Diet:	Easily fed. Most foods accepted. Commercial sinking formulations and bottom-dwelling live-foods. Frozen foods such as bloodworm and brine shrimp.
Behavior:	Peaceful Diggers, excavators.
Water:	Temperature 68ºF to 78ºF (20-25.5°C), pH range: 6.0 – 7.5; Maximum DH: < 12,
Care:	Medium, they need fast circulation and pristine water conditions.
Communities:	Do not include with shy or skittish, its active nature will cause stress.
Suitability:	Not for all, need specialized conditions to maintain health.