Iksookimia koreensis
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Martin Thoene
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Dec 02, 2006 11:28 PM
Summary
Scientific name: Iksookimia koreensis (Kim, 1975 )
Common name: Korean Loach
Synonyms: Cobitis koreensis kooreensis
Distribution: Korea
Sexual Dimorphism: Not known
Maximum size: 3.5 inches (9cm)
Similar to: Other Cobitis
Care: Lives in slow-moving waters over sandy substrates. The aquarium should aim to match these conditions with good filtration and some flow. Subdued lighting.
Feeding: Will eat most proprietary aquarium foods, supplemented live and frozen foods.
Water parameters: pH: 7.0 - 7.7 Hardness: Medium Max dh: 12
Temperature: 64.4- 72ºF (18-22 °C).
Breeding: Not bred in aquaria
Notes
Lives in clear streams and is considered a threatened species.
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