🐟 Bengal Loach (Botia dario)
Freshwater Bottom Dweller • Semi-Active Community Loach • Snail-Eating Specialist • Riverine Species
 
📋 The Bengal Loach (Botia dario) is an energetic and intelligent freshwater loach admired for its bold vertical striping and lively behavior.
In suitable aquariums, it functions as a Semi-Active Community Loach, best kept in groups where social behavior reduces aggression.
Naturally inhabiting rivers and streams, it is a true Riverine Species that enjoys moderate flow and well-oxygenated water.
It is also valued as a Snail-Eating Specialist, helping control nuisance snail populations in freshwater tanks.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Bold Vertical Striping: High-contrast natural pattern
🐟 Social Community Loach: Best kept in small groups
🐌 Snail-Eating Specialist: Helps control pest snails
🌊 Riverine Species: Prefers clean, flowing water
🧠 Intelligent & Interactive Fish: Recognizes routines and feeding times