Clown Loach

The Clown Loach is a vibrant, playful, and highly social fish that brings energy, personality, and colour to any aquarium. Instantly recognisable by its bright orange body and bold black stripes, this species is a favourite among aquarists looking to create a lively and interactive display.

Known for their curious behaviour and group dynamics, Clown Loaches are not just beautiful—they’re full of character and constantly on the move.

✨ Why You’ll Love Them

• Striking Colours: Bright orange body with bold black bands
• Playful Behaviour: Active, social fish that interact with each other
• Great Clean-Up Crew: Known to help control snail populations
• Full of Personality: Curious, engaging, and entertaining to watch

⚠️ Care Requirements

Clown Loaches require space and thrive best in groups.

• Tank Size: 200L+ (larger as they grow)
• Temperature: 24–30°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Diet: Omnivorous – pellets, sinking wafers, frozen foods, and vegetables

👉 Best kept in groups of 5 or more for natural behaviour
👉 Can grow up to 20–30cm in the right conditions

🧠 Behaviour & Compatibility

• Peaceful and social
• Best kept with other non-aggressive fish
• Thrive in groups—can become stressed if kept alone

🌊 Aquascaping Notes

Clown Loaches love structured aquascapes with caves, driftwood, and shaded hiding spots. Soft substrates are recommended, as they enjoy foraging along the bottom.

🔥 Expert Insight

Clown Loaches are perfect for aquarists who want a lively, interactive aquarium. While they start small, they grow into impressive fish—making them ideal for larger, long-term setups.

At The Glass and Gill – Aquascape, we provide healthy, vibrant Clown Loaches to help you build aquariums full of colour, movement, and personality.