long-body loach specimen

long-body loach specimen

The scientific name of long-body loach is Sewellia elongata, the subfamily of cyprinid loach, the extension of the body is eel-shaped, the pectoral fin and ventral fin are specialized as sucker-shaped, and the body surface has black stripes or spots, adapting to the rapids environment. It is mainly distributed in Southeast Asian streams, such as northern Vietnam, Laos and tributaries of the Pearl River in Guangxi, China. Inhabit in the rapid flow of river (velocity> 0.3 m/s), water depth <1 m, preference for rock or gravel substrate.
Japanese striped loach

Japanese striped loach

The scientific name of the Japanese striped loach is Cobitis biwae, which is a native fish species in Japan. Found in sandy and gravelly substrates in rivers. This species is a native species of this state. However, it was not found in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is considered an invasive species in Lake Chuzenji and eastern Shizuoka Prefecture. Because they are small and easy to raise, they are also farmed as ornamental fish.