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Datasheet
| Minimum Tank Size | 60 litres / 15.85 US gallons |
| Maximum Size | 8.0cm / 3.15inches |
| Temperature | 21°C / 69.80°F - 26°C / 78.80°F |
| Hardness | 0.00dgH / 0ppm - 5.04dgH / 90ppm |
| pH | 3.5-7.0 |
General Description
The fish identified as Pangio Sp. 'Pan03' are often misidentified and have been traded as P. alternans, showcasing a mystery in live appearance, as the true P. kuhlii remains unseen in the aquarium hobby. Pangio species are known for their long, slender body shape, distinguishable by the location of the dorsal fin and a relatively high number of vertebrae. They belong to the Cobitidae family and are widely distributed across South and Southeast Asia.
Aquarium Setup
To recreate their natural habitat, Pangio Sp. 'Pan03' should be housed in a tank with soft, sandy substrate to accommodate their digging behavior. Driftwood, branches, and dried leaf litter provide cover and mimic their natural environment. Dim lighting and aquatic plants like Microsorum and Cryptocoryne spp. help create a suitable setting. Filtration should be gentle to avoid high flow rates, and careful tank covering is recommended to prevent jumping.
Behaviour
Pangio species are peaceful both among themselves and with other tankmates, usually congregating in groups while resting. It is advised to keep a minimum of 5-6 specimens together to ensure their well-being as they tend to occupy small spaces in the tank. Suitable tankmates include small, peaceful species from similar environments, while caution is advised with some sand-dwelling loaches that may display aggressive tendencies.
Feeding and Diet
These fish are micropredators that sift through substrates for food, feeding on insect larvae, small crustaceans, and organic detritus. In captivity, they accept sinking dried foods but should be supplemented with live or frozen options like Daphnia, Artemia, and bloodworm to provide a balanced diet.
Reproduction & Dimorphism
Details about the reproduction of Pangio Sp. 'Pan03' are unrecorded. Adult females typically have a heavier body and are slightly larger than males. Mature males can be identified by the visibly branched and thickened first pectoral-fin ray.
Habitat and Distribution
Pangio species are commonly found in shallow, slow-moving areas of forest streams, swamps, and backwaters in South and Southeast Asia. They inhabit environments with minimal dissolved minerals, low pH levels due to decaying plant material, and substrates of peat, mud, or sand. The unidentified species Pangio Sp. 'Pan03' is believed to hail from the Barito River basin in Indonesian Borneo.