Slimy Myersi Kuhli

Pangio myersi

Also known as Myersi Kuhli Loach, Myers' Kuhli Loach

Animalia›Chordata›Cypriniformes›Cobitidae

Pangio myersi, commonly known as the Slimy Myersi Kuhli, is a small, eel-like loach native to Southeast Asia that inhabits slow-moving streams and swamps. These nocturnal bottom-dwellers are known for their slimy coating and peaceful temperament, making them excellent additions to community tanks. They are best kept in small groups and require plenty of hiding spots among plants and substrate.

Where it's from

Native to the Bangpakong, Chantaburi, Chao Phraya, Klong Khruv Wai and 1 other river basins

Thailand and Laos

At a glance

Size: 3.5 in; 9 cm
Min tank: 20 gal; 76 L
Group: 3+
Temp: 75–82°F; 24–28°C
pH: 6.0-7.5
GH: 36–179 ppm; 2–10 dGH
Temperament: Peaceful
Swims: Bottom
Lifespan: 4-6 yrs

Ammonia 0 ppm and nitrate under 20 ppm.

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Care

Diet

Slimy Myersi Kuhli are omnivorous bottom feeders that prefer sinking foods. Offer a varied diet of high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, and occasional live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and daphnia. Feed small amounts once daily in the evening when they are most active.

Behavior

These loaches are primarily nocturnal and spend most of their time on the substrate searching for food and hiding in caves or dense vegetation. They are social fish that do best in small groups of 3 or more, where they exhibit schooling behavior. They are generally peaceful but may be shy and reclusive, especially during the day.

Breeding

Breeding in captivity is extremely difficult and rarely achieved in home aquariums. They require very specific water conditions and are believed to migrate to spawn in the wild. Most specimens available in the aquarium trade are wild-caught.

Tank mates

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Neon Tetra

Small, peaceful fish that occupy different water zones

excellent

Otocinclus

Similar bottom-dwelling habits and peaceful temperament

excellent

Dwarf Gourami

Peaceful mid-water dweller with compatible water parameters

good

Corydoras Sterbai

Fellow bottom dweller with similar care requirements and peaceful nature

excellent

Harlequin Rasbora

Small, peaceful schooling fish that won't compete for bottom space

excellent

Fits a 20-gallon tank Peaceful

No state or federal restrictions on record.

Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and change over time; check with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping or shipping it.

The care information here is written with AI help, so it can contain mistakes. Spot one? Tell us and we'll fix it. Native range: Tedesco et al. 2017 (CC0).