Pakistani Loach

🐟 Pakistani Loach (Yo-yo Loach – Botia almorhae)
Energetic. Curious. Snail Slayer.

The Pakistani Loach, commonly called the Yo-yo Loach due to its unique body markings, is a lively and social bottom-dweller known for its intelligence, playful behavior, and appetite for pest snails. A favorite among aquarists, this loach brings character and utility to any tropical freshwater aquarium.

🔍 Key Features:

• Beautiful silver body with bold black patterns (often resembling “Y-O-Y-O”)
• Excellent for natural pest control—loves snails!
• Peaceful but active, best kept in small groups (3–6+)
• Social, inquisitive, and full of personality

📏 Size & Lifespan:

Adult size: 8–13 cm

Lifespan: Up to 10 years with proper care

💧 Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Soft to moderately hard water
• Tank Size: 90L+ (larger groups need more space)

🌿 Tank Setup Tips:

• Provide plenty of hiding spots (caves, driftwood, rocks)
• Enjoys digging—use smooth substrate like sand or rounded gravel
• Keep in groups to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior
• Peaceful tankmates preferred; avoid aggressive species

🪱 Diet:

Omnivorous—loves snails, worms, sinking pellets, frozen foods

Accepts most commercial foods with added variety for best health

Fun Fact:
Yo-yo Loaches are known for their quirky behavior—sometimes even resting on their sides, which can alarm new keepers (don’t worry, they’re just relaxing!).