Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – algae wafers, biofilm, baby brine shrimp, small sinking pellets
Aquarium species profile
Panda Loach
Yaoshania pachychilus · Asia (China, Guangxi province)
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size2"
Care levelIntermediate
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature65–75°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Cool-water community fish, hillstream loaches, small danios
Tank mates to avoid
Warm-water fish, large aggressive species
Care notes
Bold black-and-white pattern like a panda. Hillstream-adapted — prefers cool, highly oxygenated, flowing water. Juveniles are striking; adults more brown. Grazes biofilm and algae.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.