Fin's Fish Guide
The Hora's loach (Botia dayi) is a fish of the family Cobitidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Hora's loach is a loach (Botiidae) from clear, flowing rivers of South Asia. The species grows to about 10 cm and has an elongate, laterally compressed body with dark bands, barbels around the mouth and a small, erectable spine below the eye. As a social, nocturnal bottom-dweller it searches among stones and gravel for snails, insect larvae and small invertebrates. When handled the eye spine can give a light scratch. Otherwise it is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hora's loach?
The Hora's loach is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Hora's loach live?
The Hora's loach is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Hora's loach get?
The Hora's loach grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Hora's loach dangerous to humans?
No, the Hora's loach is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Botia
More from the family Cobitidae
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