Clown Loach (Bleeker, 1852)
| Scientific Name | Botia macracantha |
| Diet | Omnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. Some vegetable matter should be offered. |
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| Family | Osphronemidae |
| Origin | Asia: Borneo and Sumatra |
| Aquarist Level | Intermediate |
| Community Aquarium Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Orange with black vertical bars. Red fins |
| Disposition | peaceful. |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Angelfish, Catfish, Cichlids, Danios, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches,Minnows, plecos, Rainbowfish, Tetras. |
| Mature Size | Typically 6 inches in the aquarium, to 11 inches in the Wild. |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 50 gallons |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None visible. |