Rosy Loach

Physoschistura mango

Also known as: Mango Loach, Yunnanilus sp. Rosy, Petruichthys sp. Rosy, Burmese Rosy Loach

A tiny nano loach that swims in open water in groups, with males showing rosy red flanks.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

68–79°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

5–15 dGH

Max size

1.2 in

Min tank

15 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Mid-bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Intermediate

Origin

Eastern Myanmar (Shan State)

Unlike most loaches it hovers in midwater, so keep a group of eight or more in a planted nano tank with gentle flow. Feed small live, frozen, and crushed foods. Great with celestial pearl danios and other small, calm fish.