{"product_id":"clown-loaches-5cm","title":"CLOWN LOACHES 5CM","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"639\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eClown Loach\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular and sociable freshwater species, easily recognized by its vibrant orange body adorned with bold black stripes. At 5cm in size, these juvenile loaches are perfect for establishing or expanding a peaceful community tank. Known for their playful behavior and shoaling nature, Clown Loaches bring energy and personality to any aquarium setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"662\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"713\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"713\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eChromobotia macracanthus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"744\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"744\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clown Loach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"818\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"818\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: Currently 5cm; adults can reach up to 30cm in large aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"863\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"863\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10–20 years with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"925\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"925\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful; best kept in groups of 5 or more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1021\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1021\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Omnivorous – accepts pellets, sinking wafers, frozen foods, and blanched vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1157\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1045\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1074\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1074\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25–30°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1100\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1100\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003epH Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1157\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1157\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soft to moderately hard (up to 12 dGH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1215\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1215\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200 litres for growing juveniles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1255\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eWhy Choose Clown Loaches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1341\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1341\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003ePlayful Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e: Known for their social interactions and shoaling behavior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1415\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1415\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eNatural Pest Control\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent for eating leftover food and snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1495\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1495\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eLong-Term Companions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can live well over a decade in a stable environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1583\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1583\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eVisually Striking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Their iconic orange-and-black banding makes them a focal point\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1621\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eTank Setup Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1694\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1694\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fine sand or smooth gravel to protect delicate barbels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1780\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1780\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eDecor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Include driftwood, caves, and hiding spots; 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