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FishbrackishMedium
Horseface Loach
Acantopsis dialuzona
A sand-burrowing loach with a long horse-like snout. Tolerates very mild brackish conditions.
Min Tank30 gal
Temp75-82F
pH6.5-7.5
Tank Mates
- Brackish Molly
- Orange Chromide
- peaceful community fish
Feeding Tips
Sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp. They sift the sand constantly.
Care Level
Intermediate: needs a deep sand bed to burrow
Beginner Tip
Provide at least 2 inches of fine sand. Gravel will damage their delicate snouts.
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