Bengal loach
📖 Overview
Bengal loach (Botia dario), first described by Hamilton, 1822 is a medium-sized fish in the family Botiidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 15.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Botiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bengal loach is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bengal loach is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 10. Tropical; 23°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botia geto | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Botia macrolineata | Teugels, De Vos & Snoeks | 1986 | Synonym |
| Canthophrys flavicauda | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
| Canthophrys zebra | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
| Cobitis dario | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Cobitis geto | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Diacanthus flavicauda | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
| Diacanthus zebra | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Bengal loach.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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