Dwarf Hovering Zebra Loach

The Dwarf Hovering Zebra Loach (Yunnanilus cruciatus), also called the Dwarf Banded Loach, is a small, docile species of schooling loach native to Vietnam.

Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons for a School

Maximum Fish Size: ~2"

Water Temperature: 75°F to 85°F

Ideal pH: 6.0 to 7.0

Water Hardness: 5 - 15 dGH

Temperament: Docile, schooling bottom-dweller. Will eat snails. 

Unless experienced with fish-in cycling, we always suggest cycling an aquarium BEFORE adding fish. Adding fish to a fresh, un-cycled aquarium can kill them rapidly. We offer free water testing at our physical location, and advice via email or call.