Yoyo Loach (Pakistani 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
This is only apply to live fish order.
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 Yoyo Loach (also called Yo Yo Loach, Botia almorhae, or Pakistani Loach) is one of the most entertaining and eye-catching freshwater loaches in the aquarium hobby. Named for the distinctive “YOYO” pattern on their sides, these active bottom dwellers are a favorite among aquarists for their playful nature, striking markings, and usefulness in controlling snail populations. Whether you’re new to loaches or looking for an energetic addition to your tank, yoyo loaches are a top choice for community aquariums.
Native to the slow-moving rivers and streams of northern India and Nepal, the yoyo loach is celebrated for its bold, maze-like black markings set against a silvery-white body. This loach is highly social, happiest in groups, and known for its curiosity and intelligence. You’ll often see yoyo loaches darting around the tank, exploring crevices, or even “clicking” to communicate with each other.
For healthy, happy yoyo loaches, a minimum yoyo loach tank size of 30 gallons is recommended, with larger tanks preferred for bigger groups or mixed-species communities. Provide a soft sand or fine gravel substrate, plenty of driftwood, rocks, and caves for hiding, and dense planting to mimic their natural habitat. Yoyo loaches appreciate good water flow, stable conditions, and a secure lid (they’re excellent jumpers!).
Yoyo loaches are generally peaceful but active, making them suitable for community tanks with similarly sized, gentle fish such as Tetras, Rasboras, Barbs, Corydoras, and Rainbowfish. Avoid housing them with slow-moving or long-finned fish, as yoyo loaches may be too boisterous for sensitive tankmates.
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Unique “YOYO” patterned markings and lively, playful behavior
- Grows to 3.5–5 inches—perfect for medium and large tanks
- Excellent natural snail controllers for freshwater aquariums
- Social and happiest in groups; ideal for community setups
- Hardy, long-lived, and easy to care for with proper conditions
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons for a group
- Temperature: 75°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 6.0–7.5
- Hardness: 5–12 dGH
- Filtration: Efficient, with moderate flow and high oxygenation
CARE GUIDELINES:
- Diet: Omnivorous. Offer high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach), and protein foods like bloodworms or snails.
- Tank Setup: Use soft sand or fine gravel, provide rocks, driftwood, plants, and multiple caves. Ensure strong filtration and regular water changes for clean, healthy water.
- Behavior: Active and social during the day, especially in groups. Excellent for snail control and best kept in groups to reduce stress.
- Tankmates: Ideal with peaceful community fish such as Tetras, Rasboras, and Rainbowfish. Avoid aggressive or very large tankmates.
YoYo Loach Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the biggest size YoYo Loach gets?
Yoyo Loaches can reach a maximum size of 5 to 6 inches (13–15 cm) in a spacious, well-maintained aquarium. Most individuals will grow to about 4 to 5 inches, but with excellent care and plenty of swimming space, some may reach their full adult size.
What is YoYo Loach’s lifespan?
With proper care, Yoyo Loaches have a lifespan of 8 to 10 years in home aquariums. Providing a balanced diet, clean water, and keeping them in groups helps ensure they live a long, healthy life.
Why is my YoYo Loach pale?
A Yoyo Loach may appear pale due to stress, sudden changes in water parameters, illness, or poor diet. Other causes include acclimating to a new tank, inadequate hiding spots, or being startled by tank activity. Make sure your water quality is excellent, provide plenty of cover, maintain a varied diet, and minimize stress to help restore your loach’s vibrant color.
