Golden Dojo Loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus) – Tank-Bred

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The Golden Dojo Loach, a color variant of the Oriental Weatherfish, is a peaceful and highly active bottom-dweller that brings both personality and practical value to your freshwater aquarium. Its golden-yellow coloration and eel-like body make it a standout, while its quirky behavior—including reacting to changes in barometric pressure—adds constant entertainment. These fish are tank-bred and currently 3+ inches in size.

⚠️ Legal Notice: The Oriental Weatherfish aka Dojo Loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus) is classified as an invasive species in many U.S. states. We cannot ship this species to the following states due to state regulations:
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What We Love About This Fish:

• Striking Coloration: Bright golden body adds bold contrast to planted tanks.

• Entertaining Behavior: Known as a “weather loach” for its storm-predicting antics.

• Peaceful Disposition: A calm bottom-dweller suitable for community tanks.

• Hardy & Adaptable: Tolerates a wide temperature range and is very beginner-friendly.

Natural Habitat:

Native to East Asia, this species is typically found in slow-moving, heavily vegetated waters with soft, muddy bottoms. In aquariums, they thrive with soft substrate, gentle current, and plenty of hiding spots.

Aquascaping:

• Plants: Java Fern, Anubias, Vallisneria, Hornwort
• Hardscape: Smooth stones, driftwood, fine sand or soft gravel
• Botanicals: Indian Almond Leaves and alder cones help mimic their natural environment

Diet and Feeding:

Golden Dojo Loaches are omnivores and active foragers. They readily accept sinking pellets, Repashy gel food, frozen foods (like bloodworms and brine shrimp), and fresh vegetables such as blanched spinach or zucchini.

Tank Mates and Compatibility:

Peaceful and social, they do best in groups of 3 or more and can be housed with similarly gentle species like danios, rasboras, white clouds, and some goldfish varieties. Avoid aggressive or territorial fish.

Not Shrimp Safe:

May eat shrimp fry or small dwarf shrimp. If cohabiting with shrimp, provide dense plant cover and multiple hiding spots.

Breeding:

Rare in home aquariums. Breeding may require temperature cycling to mimic seasonal changes. They scatter eggs in fine plants or moss.

Recommended Tank Parameters:

• Temperature: 50° – 77°F (10° – 25°C)
• pH: 6.5 – 8.0
• KH: 4 – 12 dKH
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons (larger recommended for groups)

Care Guidelines:

• Diet: Omnivorous – appreciates a varied diet of prepared, frozen, and fresh foods
• Social Behavior: Very social, best kept in groups
• Origin: Tank-Bred
• Average Adult Size: 6 – 8 inches (can exceed 10 inches)
• Average Purchase Size: 3+ inches

A splash of gold and a bundle of energy—bring home the Golden Dojo Loach for a bottom-dweller that keeps things moving and fun.

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