Despite what the store have said, keeping one alone is simply cruel, and in Yoyos does often lead to aggression problems as the fish mature. A group of at least 3 is needed, but 5 will be better. Have a read here of their general requirements: ...

Do Yoyo loaches need to be in groups?

Yoyo loaches grow relatively large for an aquarium fish, and at the bare minimum should be kept in a 29 gallon (131 litres) tank while they are young. ... Another reason for keeping them in a larger tank, is that they are a social fish, and need to be kept in groups of at least five.

Can I keep 2 Yoyo loaches?

Keeping Yoyo Loach Together

Yes, you can keep them together, however you need to keep them in a group of 5 or 6. The problem with these fish is their need to show dominance. This can lead them to bully other members of their species. Having a group will help to spread out this dominant behavior.

How many loaches should I get?

Loaches Behavior/Compatibility

Loaches are gregarious, and if possible, should be purchased in groups of 6 or more. With so many species to choose from, no matter what size aquarium or type of fish you own, there is one just right for you. Most loaches are quite peaceful and do well in community tanks.

Can loaches be kept in pairs?

These fish are at their best when kept together in a group of 6. If kept alone, they will be very shy and will hide most of the time.

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Can I have one loach?

Easily the most recognizable of the Loach family, Clown Loaches are active and colorful fish, but they can grow to be quite large over time. ... (A single specimen can be kept in a smaller tank, but for the health of the fish, this is not recommended.)

What fish can live with Yoyo loaches?

Yoyo Loach Tank Mates

• Glass Catfish.
• Cory Catfish.
• Angelfish.
• Clown Loach.
• Various Types Of Goldfish.
• Plecos (Bristlenose or Clown usually work)
• Molly Fish.
• Congo Tetra.

Do Yoyo loaches bite?

Ouch! Yes they will stretch them out kinda like a big yawn.......

Can Yoyo loaches live alone?

Despite what the store have said, keeping one alone is simply cruel, and in Yoyos does often lead to aggression problems as the fish mature. A group of at least 3 is needed, but 5 will be better. Have a read here of their general requirements: ...

What do Yoyo loaches eat?

Yoyo Loach Diet and Feeding

They'll eat almost anything they are offered, from flake to frozen to freeze-dried foods. A few sinking pellets fed just before turning the lights out will quickly be devoured. They are peculiarly fond of live foods and will gorge themselves on bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Will Yoyo loach eat large snails?

Loaches can pester the larger snails, nipping their antennae (Whatever!) and in general bothering the snails to the point the snail stays in its shell and starves to death. Some Loaches (and other fish) learn to suck the meat out of hard shelled snails like Malaysian Trumpets.

How big do yo yo Loaches get?

It may attain a length of 14–16 cm (5.5–6.3 in), and is named for its dark and pale patterns, which often can be seen to spell "yoyo" (especially in smaller/younger specimens), hence the common name yoyo loach.

Will Yoyo loach eat Assassin snails?

Thanks for the input! Assassin Snails will be the best answer here. While Yoyo Loaches are great snail predators they are also large (6"/ 15 cm) fish that dig a lot. They would highly likely get rid of the snails, but also uproot a lot of plants.

Will Yoyo loaches eat Tetras?

My Yoyos were about as big as yours (3-4") and they ate Neon Tetras that were just about full grown. They will eat shrimp; most Loaches will. They are naturally predatory toward critters that live in or near the bottom such as snails and crustaceans.

Why do Yoyo loaches hide?

Re: Yo Yo Loaches suddenly hiding + getting startled easily

This seizure behavior you're describing almost sounds like "flashing" - fish will flash & hide because something is out of whack in the tank - whether it be related to the nitrogen cycle or to bacteria... or parasites... that's something we have to figure out.

Why do Yoyo loaches change Colour?

Your Yo-yo's are 'greying out. ' This is a fairly common occurence with many Botiine species, and usually happens when the fish are sorting out a pecking order, or when they are having territorial disputes.

How fast do Yoyo Loach grow?

Thanks for reading. yo-yos like all loaches grow in spurts, they seem to slow around 3-4" and then they grow again.. i have seen them as big as 8-10" and from what i have been hearing 7-8" is normal... so.. yes they will get pretty big and they can be very aggressive.. to cut down on the aggression....

How do you tell the difference between a male and female Yoyo Loach?

Sexual Dimorphism: Females generally plumper all over than males and can get extremely fat when full of eggs. Males exhibit redness around barbels and mouth.

Do loaches have teeth?

Loaches are intermediate between cyprinids and catfishes in appearance. They are normally small, and either wormlike or chunky with a flattened belly. Their mouth is sub-terminal (pointing downwards) without teeth, they do however, like the cyprinids, have pharyngeal teeth in the throat.

Can Yoyo loaches live with cichlids?

Please do not put loaches in with your cichlids, loaches and cichlids do not mix well. Your yoyos will likely be small enough (especially at time of purchase) to be viewed as a food item for most cichlids.

Can Yoyo Loaches live with Cory catfish?

Cories are playful, happy guys, and are compatible with the gentler Loaches (that is, most Loaches, including Yoyos).

Will a yoyo loach eat my shrimp?

Yoyo, clown, kuhli... all these popular loach speices will eat shrimp, snails...

What fish live well with bettas?

But a fight between two dominant bettas can be vicious and to some during the 19th century, entertaining. Betta fighting became a popular sport, so much so that villagers in these areas began breeding the fish to be more aggressive. This genetic aggression is believed to exist in bettas today.