Pangio cuneovirgata
Summary
Scientific Name: Pangio cuneovirgata (Raut, 1957)
Common name: None specific to species. Will be called "Kuhli Loach" by most dealers.
Synonyms: Pangio robignosa, Acanthopthalmus cuneovirgata.
Distribution: West Java, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia.
Sexual Dimorphism: Females probably noticeably plumper when loaded with eggs like other Pangio species.
Maximum size: 2 inches (5cm)
Similar to: Some other Pangio species.
Care: All kuhlis need well-established aquaria and should not be considered for newly set up tanks.
A very secretive fish
that needs lots of plants and hiding places with soft substrate. When
frightened, this species can bury themselves with incredible speed, even in
gravel, but sand will be best to protect their delicate skin. This is a very
small, slim and curious fish. Filter and power head intakes should be covered
with a sponge filter to keep this little Pangio from getting sucked into the
filtration. Best kept in groups, the larger the better. Three fish is the
absolute minimum that should be kept together.
Feeding: Easily fed. Accepts good quality flake, sinking pellets, thawed frozen Bloodworm, Mysis Shrimp, Brine Shrimp, etc.
Water parameters: pH: 6.2-7.0. Hardness: Soft to Medium. Max dh: 12
Temperature: 78 - 82ºF (25.5 - 28ºC)
Breeding: Not bred in aquaria.
Notes
Distinguishable from other
similar Pangio species due to its size and by having around 14 dark saddle-like
markings over the back that do not extend lower than the lateral line. Back
colour a rich yellow. Belly silvery white with pink suffusion near the front.
The most noticeable identifier are the extremely long nasal barbels.
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