{"title":"Freshwater Fish - Loach and Eel","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"fire-eel","title":"Eel Fire (Mastacembelus Erythrotaenia)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFire Eel (Mastacembelus erythrotaenia)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Fire Eel is a majestic and intelligent predator native to the slow-moving rivers of Southeast Asia. It is famous for its striking appearance: a deep charcoal-to-black body decorated with vibrant red-orange lateral stripes and spots that intensify as the fish matures. Unlike many other fish, Fire Eels are known to recognize their owners and can even be trained to hand-feed. While they are peaceful toward fish they cannot swallow, they require a dedicated owner capable of providing a massive environment and high-quality fresh food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eCommon Name: Fire Eel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eScientific Name: Mastacembelus erythrotaenia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eOrigin: Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eMax Size: 60–100 cm (One of the largest freshwater eels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eLifespan: 10–20 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive (Predatory but generally shy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\"\u003eDiet: Carnivore – Prefers live or frozen bloodworms, earthworms, krill, and chopped shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0\"\u003eCare Level: Moderate to Difficult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e5–15 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e500L+ (Long tanks are essential)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eFire Eels are nocturnal and spend much of their day peeking out from caves or burying themselves in the substrate. They are peaceful with large tank mates but will consume anything small enough to fit in their mouths (like Neon Tetras or small shrimp). Ideal tank mates include large Cichlids, Silver Dollars, Datnoids, and large Catfish. Never keep them with aggressive \"nippers\" like Tiger Barbs that might target the eel's sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003eSoft Sandy Substrate: Mandatory. Fire Eels love to burrow. Sharp gravel will scratch their skin, leading to life-threatening bacterial infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003ePlenty of Caves: Use PVC pipes, large hollow logs, or rock piles to create long, dark tunnels where the eel can feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003eSecure Lid: Critical. Fire Eels are master escape artists. They can squeeze through the smallest gaps in a hood or filter intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003eExcellent Filtration: Due to their size and high-protein diet, they produce significant waste. A high-turnover canister filter is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003eDim Lighting: Use floating plants to create a shadowed environment, which will encourage the eel to be active during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45809139319018,"sku":"18962","price":400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Fire-Eel.jpg?v=1769081271"},{"product_id":"spiney-eel","title":"Eel Spiny (Macrognathus Aculeatus)","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLesser Spiny Eel (Macrognathus aculeatus)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Spiny Eel is a masters of camouflage and personality. Native to the slow-moving rivers and wetlands of Southeast Asia (including \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003eSumatra and Kalimantan\u003c\/b\u003e), it features an elongated, eel-like body with a series of small, harmless spines along its back. Its most charming feature is its long, sensitive, trunk-like snout, which it uses to \"sniff out\" food hidden in the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Lesser Spiny Eel, Peacock Eel (often confused with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eM. siamensis\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eMacrognathus aculeatus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 20–25 cm (Relatively small for a spiny eel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 8–10 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e Peaceful but predatory toward very small fish\/shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Carnivore – They can be \"picky\" eaters. They prefer live or frozen bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp. They rarely accept dry flakes or pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate (Due to specific feeding and substrate needs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003e23–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e6.5–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e5–15 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e115L+ (30 Gallons+)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eSpiny Eels are shy, nocturnal bottom-dwellers. They spend much of the day buried in the sand with only their eyes and snout visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThey are peaceful toward fish they cannot swallow. Ideal tank mates include \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eGouramis\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eRasboras\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"96\"\u003eRainbowfish\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003eNeon Blue Acaras\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWarning:\u003c\/b\u003e They will eat tiny tank mates like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eChili Rasboras\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eNeocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/b\u003e if they can catch them at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoft Sand Substrate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eNon-negotiable.\u003c\/b\u003e Because they love to bury themselves, sharp gravel will scratch their skin and lead to bacterial infections. A deep bed of fine sand is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHiding Places:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide PVC pipes, hollow driftwood, or rock caves. They like to feel \"squeezed\" into tight, dark spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecure Lid:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eAbsolute Necessity.\u003c\/b\u003e Spiny Eels are the ultimate \"escape artists.\" They can squeeze through the smallest gaps (near filter pipes or wires). If there is a hole, they \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"176\"\u003ewill\u003c\/i\u003e find it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDim Lighting:\u003c\/b\u003e They are much more active in low-light conditions. Use floating plants to create shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Feeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Since they are shy and slow to find food, you may need to use long tweezers or a \"feeding pipe\" to deliver bloodworms directly to their snout to ensure they eat before the faster fish get to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45809142497514,"sku":"19002","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Spiney-Eel.jpg?v=1769083653"},{"product_id":"loach-pakistani-yoyo-botia-almorhae","title":"Loach Pakistani \/ Yoyo (Botia Almorhae)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Pakistani \/ Yoyo (Botia Almorhae)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385089258,"sku":"19267","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Pakistani.jpg?v=1772457183"},{"product_id":"loach-kuhli-striped-pangio-kuhlii","title":"Loach Kuhli Striped (Pangio Kuhlii)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Kuhli Striped (Pangio Kuhlii)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385122026,"sku":"19265","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Kuhli-Striped.jpg?v=1772457186"},{"product_id":"loach-kuhli-black-pangio-oblonga","title":"Loach Kuhli Black (Pangio Oblonga)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Kuhli Black (Pangio Oblonga)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385154794,"sku":"19264","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Kuhli-Black.jpg?v=1772457188"},{"product_id":"loach-dwarf-chain-ambastaia-sidthimunki","title":"Loach Dwarf Chain (Ambastaia Sidthimunki)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Dwarf Chain (Ambastaia Sidthimunki)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385187562,"sku":"19266","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Dwarf-Chain.jpg?v=1772457190"},{"product_id":"loach-golden-whiptail-khuli-pangio-anguillaris-kuhli","title":"Loach Golden Whiptail Khuli (Pangio Anguillaris Kuhli)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Golden Whiptail Khuli (Pangio Anguillaris Kuhli)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385220330,"sku":"19263","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Golden-Whiptail.jpg?v=1772457192"},{"product_id":"loach-clown-chromobotia-macracanthus","title":"Loach Clown (Chromobotia Macracanthus)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLoach Clown (Chromobotia Macracanthus)\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45869385253098,"sku":"19268","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Loach-Clown.jpg?v=1772457194"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/collections\/freshwater-fish-loach-and-eel.oembed","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}