Peaceful
Moderate
Schooling
Hillstream Loach
Sewellia lineolata
Minimum Tank
20 Gallons
Adult Size
3 inches
Temperature
68-75°F (20-24°C)
pH Range
6.5-7.5
Lifespan
8 years
School Size
3+ fish
About Hillstream Loach
Flat-bodied loach adapted for fast-flowing water. Needs high oxygen.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 20-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 68-75°F (20-24°C)
- • pH: 6.5 - 7.5
- • Category: Loach
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Herbivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
White Clouds
🐟
Danios
🐟
Hillstream Fish
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Warm Water Fish
Not compatible
⚠️
Aggressive Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Needs cool water and high flow, grazes on biofilm, keep in groups.
Quick Facts
76L
Min Tank (20gal)
8cm
Adult Size (3")
8yr
Lifespan
3+
Min School
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