Dojo Loach

Misgurnus anguillicaudatus

Also known as: Weather Loach, Pond Loach

A friendly, eel-like coldwater loach said to get active before weather changes.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

50–77°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

5–20 dGH

Max size

8 in

Min tank

40 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Groups (3+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

7-10 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

East Asia

Dojo loaches are hardy, personable, cool-water fish that can be kept with goldfish. They are escape artists and need a tight lid plus soft substrate to burrow.