10-Gallon Malaysian Slow Stream
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
A Model Freshwater Aquarium
Here is an Asian biotope with great, compatible species and something happening from the upper layer to bottom, where the ever-active loaches will play. The school of Glass Catfish puts on a subtle show that can be mesmerizing, while the Cherry Barbs add splashes of color and movement.
Top Swimmers
- 5 Glass Catfish Kryptopterus minor
Midwater Swimmers
- 3 Cherry Barbs Puntius titteya
Bottom Dwellers
- 3 Kuhli Loaches Pangio kuhlii
OR
- 3 Dwarf Loaches Yasuhikotakia sidthimunki
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Excerpted from: 101 Best Tropical Fishes