Albino Pakistani Loach
Botia almorhae — Albino Variant
 
Overview
The Albino Pakistani Loach is a striking colour variant of the popular Yo-Yo Loach (Botia almorhae). This variety displays pale yellow to creamy white coloration with faint patterning and pinkish tones due to the albino trait. Known for their energetic personalities and playful behaviour, these loaches are excellent additions to larger community aquariums.
Highly social and active, Albino Pakistani Loaches are best kept in groups where they will constantly explore the aquarium and interact with each other.
 
Care Sheet
Size
• 12–15 cm
Temperament
• Peaceful but active
• Best kept in groups of 5+
• Can be slightly boisterous with very small fish
Minimum Tank Size
• 200 L+
Water Parameters
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Diet
• Sinking pellets and wafers
• Frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp)
• Live foods occasionally
• Excellent snail hunters
Tank Setup
• Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate
• Plenty of hiding spots using driftwood, caves, and rocks
• Moderate flow and strong filtration
• Dim lighting preferred
Behaviour Notes
• Very active and social species
• May produce clicking sounds when feeding or interacting
• Helps control pest snail populations
Breeding
• Not commonly bred in home aquariums