Loach-Panda

All our fish, shrimp and corals are bagged with fresh oxygen as well as a heat pack in winter.

When ordering livestock please select the box size and add it to your cart for accurate overnight (1-2 days) shipping costs. A small box can take 1-2 bags and a medium box 6 bags. One bag fits max 10 small (1-3cm) fish or max 2 medium (3-5cm) fish or max 1 large (>5cm) fish.

ONE SPECIES PER BAG. Eg: One bag of 10 neon tetra.

🐼 Panda Loach Care Guide

Scientific Name: Yaoshania pachychilus
Common Name: Panda Loach
Size: Up to 2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
Lifespan: 5–8 years
Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons
Temperament: Peaceful

🌊 Tank Requirements

• Water Temp: 68–75°F (20–24°C)

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Substrate: Smooth sand or fine gravel

• Decor: Smooth rocks, driftwood, plenty of hiding spots

• Flow: Strong current (they love high oxygen and flow)

• Lighting: Moderate to low

🍽️ Diet

• Omnivorous:

  • Algae

  • Biofilm

  • Blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)

  • High-quality sinking wafers and micro-pellets

👥 Behavior

• Social, best kept in groups of 4–6+

• Active and curious

• Peaceful with other small, non-aggressive tank mates