Clown Loach (4-5cm) (5cm)

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V. popular, striking contrasting coloursAs their defence mechanism, Clown Loach can extend the movable spines found in the groove below the eye. They should be handed carefully as the spine may cause a painful wound, but fortunately is not venomous. For more information about Handling Hazardous Fish, download the Handling Hazardous Fish Care Sheet from the Aquarium Industries website. Sometimes they appear to lie on their sides on the bottom of the tank or swim upside down and appear to be dead, this however is normal behaviour. They are very effective at eradicating infestations of pond snails from aquariums. Show more