Parabotia fasciata – Chinese Butterfly Loach (~15 cm / ~6 inches) Tung's Gudgeon Its typical pattern is mottled

Its typical pattern is mottled brown with variable red edging on the dorsal fin and a yellowish tint on the tail

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and shells for hiding is essential for their security and well-being

It has fewer dorsal and anal fin rays compared to most Mastacembelus species—typically 48–56 dorsal rays and 46–60 anal rays

Males guard the eggs and larvae

Parabotia fasciata – Chinese Butterfly Loach (~15 cm / ~6 inches) Tung's Gudgeon Its typical pattern is mottledDescription Parabotia fasciata, known as the Chinese Butterfly Loach, is a larger river loach native to fast flowing tributaries of the Yangtze River. It reaches up to approximately 15 cm (6 in) in length. It features a streamlined body with strong patterning and belongs to the Botiidae family. Though occasionally misidentified in import batches, it remains one of the rarest loaches available to hobbyists. Care Instructions Tank Setup: Requires a