Species FishStone Loach

Stone Loach

Barbatula barbatula

CommonFish
Illustration of Stone Loach (Barbatula barbatula)

The Stone Loach is a small, elongated fish with a mottled brown and yellow body, often found hiding under stones. A memorable fact is that it can survive in low-oxygen environments by using its skin to absorb oxygen.

Habitat
Freshwater streams and rivers with gravel or sandy bottoms.
Diet
Primarily feeds on small invertebrates and detritus.
How common
Common

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