This is a pre-order item. These animals are already on hand at our facility and currently completing quarantine before we ship. Estimated ship window: 2-3 weeks. We only ship animals when weather conditions are safe to make sure they arrive healthy — you'll get an email the moment your order is on its way. Note: if your order includes a pre-order item, everything ships together once it's ready.
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100% Live Arrival Guarantee
Photo any DOA in the sealed bag on the day of delivery. Approved claims are resolved with store credit, refund, or replacement at Razz Aquatics' discretion. See policy →
Quarantined livestock • Professionally packed • Insulated with weather protection
100+ AquariumsQuarantined Before ShippingFamily-Owned
Care Level
Intermediate
Temperature
75–86°F
pH Range
6.5–7.5
Min. Tank
40 gallons
Yoyo LoachFrom $19.99
Species Profile
Yoyo Loach
Botia almorhae / lohachata complex
Why We Love This Fish
Verified shrimp-safe species
Quarantined before shipping
Stunning in planted tanks
Peaceful community fish
Yoyo Loaches are active social bottom dwellers sold under trade names associated with the Botia almorhae/lohachata complex.
They need a proper group, lots of floor space, hiding places, and robust filtration.
Care Notes
Use smooth substrate, caves, strong filtration, and plenty of horizontal space.
Quick Care Facts
Care Level
Intermediate
Temperature
75–86°F
pH Range
6.5–7.5
Min. Tank
40 gallons
Diet
Quality sinking foods, frozen foods, live foods, and snails
Adult Size
~5–6 inches
What’s Included
Quarantined fish
Insulated + weather pack
Overnight required
Species Spotlight
Why We Love This Fish
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Schooling & social
Best kept with 5+ or more of its own kind where applicable.
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Feeding
Quality sinking foods, frozen foods, live foods, and snails
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Compatibility
Other active loaches and robust community fish
Community Tank
Compatible Tank Mates
These nano fish coexist well with shrimp and other peaceful invertebrates.
Fish ship via Overnight service to minimize stress and maximize live arrival success. Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. Choose your preferred delivery date at checkout.
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Choose Delivery Date
Select your preferred delivery date at checkout. Livestock delivers Wednesday through Thursday.
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Quarantined & Health Checked
Every animal is imported, quarantined on-site, and health-checked before it ships.
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Packed for the Weather
Insulated box with heat or cold pack matched to your local weather forecast.
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Live Arrival Guaranteed
100% Live Arrival Guarantee on every order. Photo any DOA in the sealed bag on the day of delivery and submit a claim through the Start a Claim page. Approved claims are resolved with store credit, refund, or replacement at Razz Aquatics' discretion.See policy →
Fish orders require Overnight. Free Overnight at $200+. Shrimp & livestock: Free 2-Day at $120+.
Why Order From Razz Aquatics
Quarantined Before Every Shipment
Every animal we sell is imported from trusted suppliers, quarantined in our dedicated facility, and health-checked before it ships. We run over 100 aquariums on-site — each focused on a specific species or color morph.
This is a family-owned operation. We pack every order ourselves and stand behind it with a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee. No drop-shipping. No middlemen.
100+
Dedicated quarantine & holding aquariums on-site
48+
States served with live livestock delivery
4.9★
Average customer rating across all verified reviews
100%
Live Arrival Guarantee — backed without fine print
Quarantined Before ShippingFamily-Owned & Operated
Common Questions
Yoyo Loach FAQ
How many Yoyo Loaches should I keep?+
Keep at least 5.
What tank size do they need?+
At least 40 gallons, with more space preferred for a full group.
Is there a live arrival guarantee?+
Yes. Every order is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph any DOA in the sealed bag on delivery day and submit a claim through the Start a Claim page.
Are Yoyo Loaches shrimp-safe?+
No. They are likely to hunt shrimp and snails.
How are Yoyo Loaches shipped?+
Fish ship Monday through Wednesday via Overnight / Next Day Air and typically arrive Tuesday through Thursday in insulated packaging with weather-appropriate protection.
Live plants give nano fish cover, reduce stress, and create a more natural aquarium. They help break up sightlines, provide shelter for shy fish, and support a healthier planted tank.