I've noticed that there are many different species of loach we simply refer to as a "kuhli loach". Most pet and fish stores will just mingle different species together, and just label them kuhlis. While it is true, that they are in the same family, they are definatley different species. So, ever wonder which one you have? Here's an index of all the different species of Kuhli Loach!
The most common one and the original for which all others are named, Pangio kuhli, grows to a maximum of 4 inches. They come from Indonesia. As all kuhlis, they aren't schooling fish, but will be happier in groups of +3. They are identified by the stripes. Notice how their stripes aren't too thick or dark, like other upcoming species. Their stripes also don't encompass the whole body.
The second most common kuhli loach, is Pangio myersi,the Giant Kuhli Loach, or the Myer's Loach. These monsters always attain 4 inches (10 centimeters) and are very thick and chunky. They are also identifiable in their thick black bars, compared to the tiny ones in Pangio kuhli
Giant Kuhli Loaches are also more likely to be albino. However, albinism in all kuhli loaches is still incredibly rare.
The most common one and the original for which all others are named, Pangio kuhli, grows to a maximum of 4 inches. They come from Indonesia. As all kuhlis, they aren't schooling fish, but will be happier in groups of +3. They are identified by the stripes. Notice how their stripes aren't too thick or dark, like other upcoming species. Their stripes also don't encompass the whole body.
The second most common kuhli loach, is Pangio myersi,the Giant Kuhli Loach, or the Myer's Loach. These monsters always attain 4 inches (10 centimeters) and are very thick and chunky. They are also identifiable in their thick black bars, compared to the tiny ones in Pangio kuhli
Giant Kuhli Loaches are also more likely to be albino. However, albinism in all kuhli loaches is still incredibly rare.