Polkadot Loach 5cm

🔥 Polkadot Loach (Botia kubotai)
Add bold patterning and lively behaviour to your aquarium with the stunning Polkadot Loach. Botia kubotai Also known as the Burmese Border Loach or Angelicus Loach, this striking species is famous for its intricate spotted and chain-like markings that become more dramatic with age. Active, social, and full of personality, Polkadot Loaches are a fantastic addition to larger peaceful community aquariums.

Their playful nature and constant exploration make them highly entertaining fish that thrive when kept in active groups.

🌿 Why Choose Polkadot Loach?
🎨 Eye-catching spotted and chain-like black patterning
🐠 Active and social bottom-dwelling species
🌿 Excellent for planted and river-style aquariums
⭐ Constantly exploring caves, wood, and rockwork
🐌 May help control small pest snail populations

In a spacious aquarium, Polkadot Loaches swim energetically through décor and interact constantly with one another, creating lively group behaviour.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Botia kubotai
📛 Common Name: Polkadot Loach / Angelicus Loach
🏠 Tank Size: 180L+ recommended
📏 Adult Size: ~10–13 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 24–30°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful but boisterous
🍽️ Diet: Sinking pellets, frozen foods, live foods, snails
👥 Group Size: 5+ recommended

Polkadot Loaches thrive in warm, well-filtered aquariums with soft substrate, driftwood, caves, and strong oxygenation.

🐠 Compatibility
Ideal for larger peaceful community aquariums with rainbowfish, barbs, gouramis, larger tetras, and other active non-aggressive species.

⚠️ Important Notes
These loaches are highly social and should be kept in groups to reduce stress and encourage natural behaviour. Provide plenty of hiding places and open swimming areas for the best activity levels.

A brilliant choice for UK aquarists wanting a highly patterned, energetic loach with endless personality and group interaction.