{"product_id":"horseface-loach","title":"Horseface Loach - Acantopsis Choirorhynchos","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"686\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eHorseface Loach\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eAcantopsis Choirorhynchos\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fascinating and \u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"243\"\u003eunique species\u003c\/strong\u003e that stands out due to its \u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eelongated body\u003c\/strong\u003e and distinct, \u003cstrong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"330\"\u003ehorseshoe-shaped snout\u003c\/strong\u003e. Native to Southeast Asia, this loach is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"393\"\u003ebottom-dwelling\u003c\/strong\u003e fish known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"437\"\u003epeaceful temperament\u003c\/strong\u003e and its ability to sift through the substrate in search of food. Their \u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eunique facial structure\u003c\/strong\u003e helps them dig through sand and gravel in search of small invertebrates and detritus, making them excellent for keeping the tank substrate \u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eclean\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"1187\" class=\"\"\u003eHorseface Loaches are typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"733\"\u003enocturnal\u003c\/strong\u003e, hiding during the day and becoming more active at night. They can be kept in groups, though they are best with other \u003cstrong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"872\"\u003epeaceful species\u003c\/strong\u003e that enjoy the same tank conditions. These loaches will thrive on a diet of sinking pellets, live or frozen foods like worms and shrimp, and occasional vegetables. 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