{"product_id":"clown-coach-4-5cm","title":"Clown Loach | Chromobotia macracanthus Med","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clown Loach is an active, social loach with bold orange-and-black bands. Juveniles are small when sold, but this species becomes very large and needs a carefully planned long-term aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borneo and Sumatra, Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 40 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Social and active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAquarium and water conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium size:\u003c\/strong\u003e At least 648 litres for a group, with a base of at least 180 × 60 cm when adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–30°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse sand or fine smooth gravel with wood, smooth rocks and numerous safe hiding places. Provide strong oxygenation, effective filtration, a secure lid and frequent partial water changes in a mature aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour and compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep in a group rather than singly. Compatible companions must be chosen for an exceptionally large aquarium and warm, clean water; avoid delicate or very small fish and unsuitable cramped community arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer varied sinking foods, including quality loach pellets and suitable frozen foods, with some vegetable matter. Ensure each fish receives food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe small sale size does not indicate adult housing requirements. Avoid sharp crevices where a fish could become trapped and plan for this long-lived, large species before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eYou can order online and choose click and collect and we will hold it for you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55193463390535,"sku":"1141788","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/ClownLoach_Chromobotiamacracanthus_4.png?v=1790703608","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/clown-coach-4-5cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}