A typical loach has very small scales and three to six pairs of whiskerlike barbels around its mouth. In some species, such as the spined loach (Cobitis taenia) of Eurasia, there is also a short, movable spine near each eye. Loaches are hardy, usually nocturnal fishes that inhabit both still and flowing waters.
They are active bottom dwelling scavengers great for the community aquarium adding color and beauty to any community aquarium.
