{"product_id":"clown-loach","title":"Clown Loach (1.5–1.75\")","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChromobotia macracanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Clown Loach is one of the most recognizable freshwater loaches, known for its bright orange body, three bold black bands, and active, playful personality. These intelligent bottom-dwelling fish are highly social and often interact with one another while exploring the aquarium, resting together, and searching the substrate for food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClown Loaches are sold as small juveniles but grow into very large, long-lived aquarium fish and should only be purchased with their adult requirements in mind. They are strongly social and should be maintained in groups of at least 5–6 whenever possible. With proper care, Clown Loaches can live for many years and become impressive centerpiece inhabitants of a large freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful \/ Social\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1.5–1.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 10–12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 125+ gallons for an adult group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–86°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A large, mature, well-filtered aquarium with excellent water quality, high oxygen levels, moderate water movement, a soft sand or smooth substrate, driftwood, caves, shaded hiding areas, and plenty of swimming space. Clown Loaches should be maintained in groups and fed a varied diet of quality sinking foods, frozen or live foods, and vegetable matter. A secure aquarium lid is recommended, as loaches may jump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clown Loaches are sold as small juveniles but grow substantially larger and require a very large aquarium as adults. Please consider their long-term space and social requirements before purchasing. Live fish naturally vary in size, coloration, pattern, and appearance. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52676444291352,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52676444324120,"sku":null,"price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Fish","offer_id":52676444356888,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/clownloach3.png?v=1789332594","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/clown-loach","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}