Giant Kuhli Loach

Giant Kuhli Loach

Bring activity and character to the lower levels of your aquarium with the Giant Kuhli Loach (Pangio myersi). Larger and more robust than the common Kuhli Loach, this fascinating species is perfect for hobbyists who love lively, social bottom-dwellers.

Key Features:

• Appearance: Slender, eel-like body with bold alternating brown and yellow-gold bands.

• Size: Reaches up to 12–15cm – significantly larger than the standard Kuhli Loach.

• Personality: Peaceful, shy during the day, and most active at night; loves to wriggle through plants and décor.

• Tank Role: Excellent scavenger that helps clean up leftover food, keeping the substrate tidy.

• Social Nature: Best kept in groups of 4 or more to encourage natural, confident behaviour.

Care Requirements:

• Tank Size: Minimum 90L recommended.

• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 24–28°C

• Diet: Omnivorous – enjoys sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other meaty foods.

• Habitat: Prefers soft, sandy substrate with plenty of hiding spots such as driftwood, caves, and dense plants.

Add the unique charm of the Giant Kuhli Loach to your aquarium – a hardy, rare, and endlessly entertaining bottom-dweller that’s perfect for community tanks.