{"product_id":"clown-loach","title":"Clown Loach","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClown loaches (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eChromobotia macracanthus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) are popular, peaceful, and active schooling fish that require large tanks (75+ gallons) due to their 12-inch adult size and long lifespan (10–20+ years). They need warm water (76-86F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), soft substrate, and plenty of hiding spots. Prone to ich, they require high-quality water, regular maintenance, and keeping in groups of 5+ to thrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIABAO\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eTank Setup and Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIABAQ\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e75-gallon minimum for small groups, with 100+ gallons recommended for adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIABAQ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"sdh_q8TjacmUK6uoruEPlreisQk_2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemperature\u003cspan\u003e 78-86F (25-30C), PH \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e6.0-7.5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIABAQ\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eSubstrate \u0026amp; Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use sand to protect their sensitive barbels. Provide abundant hiding places like driftwood, caves, and plants to reduce stress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIABAQ\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefer subdued lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAI\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmnivorous, requiring a varied diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAJ\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eFoods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSinking pellets, wafers, frozen\/live bloodworms, tubifex worms, brine shrimp, and blanched vegetables like zucchini.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAK\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eFeeding Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey are active scavengers, often searching the bottom for food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eBehaviour and Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAV\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eSocial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMust be kept in groups of at least 5 to prevent severe stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAW\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGenerally peaceful community fish, but they can be rough on live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\"\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eActive, curious, and often \"play\" together, sometimes clicking when feeding or interacting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"sdh_q8TjacmUK6uoruEPlreisQk_2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pet Cuisine \u0026 Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44506330464339,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/0592\/files\/a94a5d960d88552977969656f1dfc582.jpg?v=1776535430","url":"https:\/\/petcuisine.ca\/products\/clown-loach","provider":"Pet Cuisine \u0026 Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}