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Do YoYo Pakistani Loaches eat snails?
The Yoyo loach is so named for its dark and pale patterns, which often can be seen to spell "yoyo" (especially in smaller/younger specimens) The other common name, Almora loach, refers to Almora in Uttarakhand, India.
Do Loaches sleep?
Loaches are not generally aggressive towards other species, but may fight amongst themselves. Keeping a group of 5 or more will generally lower the potential for harm.
Some loaches exhibit the amusing trait of lolling, or resting, on leaves or other surfaces.
How big do Oranda goldfish get?
A fully grown Oranda goldfish can reach 25-30cm, around 12" inches in length. The head bubble, or wen, can often start small but grows enormously to cover the eyes of the goldfish.
Can you keep Oranda goldfish in an outdoor pond?
There are many different types of oranda goldfish. An oranda is a breed of goldfish characterized by a prominent bubble-like 'hood' on the head. The headgrowth or hood (known as wen or crown) may be a prominent growth on the top of the head or may encase the entire face except for the eyes and mouth.
Are Diamond Sharks aggressive?
The Diamond Shark (Hypsibarbus wetmorei) is also commonly known as the Pale Barb or Golden Belly Barb. Like most popular aquarium sharks, the diamond shark is actually a type of barb, and will live absolutely fine in community tropical aquariums.
Tropica: Make your Planted Aquarium a Success!
In 2021, Tropica celebrated 50 years in the aquarium trade. Famous for top-quality plants including the best-selling In-Vitro range, Tropica are firmly established as one of the finest producers of aquatic plants in the world.
Are Channa Andrao Snakeheads aggressive?
Channa Andrao snakeheads are not generally aggressive, although males kept togther may be combative towards eachother as they reach sexual maturity.
What is the difference between male and female Red Phantom Tetra?
Two males may occasionally engage in minor aggression towards each other, presenting their magnificent fins, but rarely will it lead to any harm.
Can platys be kept in cold water aquariums?
Platies can survive in various temperatures, but are not strictly a coldwater fish. Platies can survive in what we call 'temperate' environments, or room temperature aquariums, and will thrive in aquaria above 20°C.
Can you keep Sarasa Goldfish with Koi?
Yes, you can quite happily keep Sarasa comet goldfish with Koi, as well as other coldwater species such as goldfish and sturgeon. You can also keep with fancy goldfish indoors, although they may out-compete slower swimming species for food.
