Redtail Loach

About the Redtail Loach

The Redtail Loach (Yasuhikotakia modesta), is a Southeast Asian freshwater fish characterized by its stocky, bluish-gray body and vibrant red to orange fins. These bottom-dwellers grow large (up to 8 inches or more) and require a large, spacious aquarium with hiding places due to their territorial and semi-aggressive nature. They are natural snail predators and need to be kept with other similarly sized, semi-aggressive tank mates.

Husbandry & Care

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons

Water Temperature: 73-82 °F

Water pH: 6.0-8.0

Social Group: 5-6+ fish

Diet: Carnivorous; Snails, earthworms, frozen brine shrimp/bloodworms, tubifex worms. Supplement with blanched vegetables such as spinach and zucchini.

Compatible with: Three Spot Gourami, Boesemani Rainbowfish, Silver Dollars