Kuhli Loach
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- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
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What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) is one of the most unique and fascinating bottom-dwellers in the freshwater aquarium world. With its slender, eel-like body and distinctive black and yellow bands, this peaceful scavenger adds personality and activity to any community aquarium. Perfect for planted and tropical setups, Kuhli loaches are hardy, social, and excellent tank cleaners that help maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Native to the slow-moving streams and forest creeks of Indonesia, Malaysia, and surrounding regions, the Kuhli Loach fish is a nocturnal, bottom-dwelling species that thrives in soft, slightly acidic water. Often called “the eel of the aquarium,” these Loaches are known for their playful burrowing behavior and ability to squeeze through the tiniest crevices. In a Kuhli Loach aquarium, they provide endless entertainment as they sift through the substrate in search of leftover food.
A full-grown Kuhli Loach reaches about 3–4 inches (7–10 cm) in length. Their elongated, smooth body is covered in alternating golden-yellow and dark brown bands, giving them a distinctive look among tropical bottom fish. Unlike many Loaches, they have small, non-damaging spines under the eyes and a peaceful demeanor that makes them a perfect fit for community tanks.
Kuhli loaches are peaceful, social, and shy by nature. They thrive best in groups of 5 or more, where they feel secure enough to explore openly. Ideal Kuhli Loach tank mates include Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras catfish, shrimp, and other small, non-aggressive fish. Avoid housing them with large or territorial species that may outcompete them for food.
At our Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Kuhli Loach for sale and other freshwater fish for sale are carefully selected and packed with love! Visit us to buy them online or at our aquarium store in Virginia for more betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, live aquatic plants for sale, and aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Peaceful bottom-dweller ideal for community aquariums
- Striking black and yellow banded body
- Grows to 3–4 inches when mature
- Active scavenger that helps clean leftover food and debris
- Thrives in groups and planted aquariums
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a small group
- Temperature: 75°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic)
- Hardness: 3–10 dGH
- Filtration: Gentle flow with soft substrate and plenty of hiding spots
CARE GUIDELINES:
- Diet: Omnivorous scavenger. Feed a mix of sinking pellets, algae wafers, frozen or live foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia), and occasional vegetable-based foods.
- Tank Setup: Use a soft sandy substrate to protect their delicate undersides. Add driftwood, caves, and live plants to provide cover. A Kuhli Loach aquarium should have dim lighting and a secure lid, as these loaches are known escape artists.
- Behavior: Nocturnal and shy but active in groups. During the day, they may hide under plants or decorations and emerge at dusk to feed.
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Kuhli Loach Fish Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I keep Kuhli Loach with Betta fish?
Yes, you can keep Kuhli Loaches with Betta fish, as both species are peaceful and can coexist comfortably in the same aquarium. Kuhli Loach fish are bottom dwellers, while Bettas prefer the upper and middle levels of the tank, so they rarely interact. Just make sure your Kuhli Loach aquarium is at least 20 gallons, has plenty of hiding spots, and stable warm temperatures between 75°–82°F (24°–28°C) to keep both species happy and stress-free.
Why is my Kuhli Loach swimming up and down?
If your Kuhli Loach is swimming up and down the glass, it’s usually normal behavior. Kuhli loaches are curious, active scavengers that explore their surroundings, especially during feeding times or after water changes. However, if this behavior happens excessively, it could indicate poor water quality or low oxygen levels. Check your parameters, ensure proper aeration, and provide hiding spots so your Kuhli fish feel secure and relaxed.
Will Kuhli Loach eat shrimp?
Generally, Kuhli Loaches do not eat healthy adult shrimp. They are peaceful bottom feeders that prefer leftover food, algae, and small invertebrates. However, they may eat baby shrimp if they fit in their mouths, especially when food is scarce. If you plan to keep Kuhli Loaches with shrimp, ensure your tank is heavily planted so shrimp fry have hiding places. Adult cherry shrimp, Amano shrimp, and ghost shrimp make excellent Kuhli Loach tank mates.
