🐟 Zebra Loach (Botia striata)
Freshwater Bottom Dweller • Peaceful Community Loach • Snail-Eating Helper • River-Style Aquarium Fish
 
📋 The Zebra Loach (Botia striata) is a beautifully patterned freshwater loach loved for its clean banding and lively bottom activity.
In well-planned community aquariums, it remains a Peaceful Community Loach that does best when kept in a small group.
With its constant foraging, it works as a Snail-Eating Helper and an Active Bottom Explorer, searching the substrate and décor for food.
Its hardy nature and gentle behavior make it a dependable Planted Tank Friendly option when provided with smooth substrate and plenty of hiding spots.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Zebra Stripe Pattern: Crisp banded markings across the body
🐟 Peaceful Community Loach: Best kept in groups for confidence
🐌 Snail-Eating Helper: Helps control nuisance snails
🌿 Planted Tank Friendly: Safe with plants and décor
🧠 Active Bottom Explorer: Constantly foraging and entertaining