Black Kuhli Loach

The Black Kuhli Loach (Pangio oblonga) is a unique, eel-like bottom dweller featuring a smooth, solid dark chocolate to jet-black coloration. Uniquely striking and entirely peaceful, these slender scavengers love weaving through plants, rockwork crevices, and substrate corners in search of leftover food.

Unlike spotted Kuhli loaches, the Black Kuhli is often bolder and more active during daytime hours, especially when kept in small social groups.

Quick Care & Tank Specifications:

 Care Level: Beginner

 Max Size: 8–10 cm

 Temperament: Completely Peaceful (Best kept in groups of 3–6+)

 Water Parameters: pH 6.0 – 7.2 | Temp: 24°C – 28°C

 Ideal Setup: Fine sand or rounded gravel substrate with plenty of hiding spots (driftwood, caves, dense plants)

 Diet: Sinking wafers, catfish pellets, micro-pellets, and frozen bloodworms