{"product_id":"2-pack-tiger-botia-3-5-4-live-freshwater-loach-rare-tropical-aquarium-fish","title":"2-Pack Tiger Botia 3.5-4\" Live Freshwater Loach Rare Tropical Aquarium Fish","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTiger Botia (Syncrossus hymenophysa)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an impressive freshwater loach known for its bold tiger-like vertical bands, elongated body, and active personality. This listing includes \u003cstrong\u003e2 live Tiger Botias approximately 3.5–4 inches each\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTiger Botias are active bottom-dwelling fish that appreciate a spacious aquarium with strong filtration, good oxygenation, and plenty of hiding places. 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