A Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) is a small worm-like freshwater fish belonging to the loach family (Cobitidae). The fish is also commonly called Coolie Loach, Giant Coolie Loach, Striped Loach, and Leopard Loach. Originating in Indonesia and the Malay Peninsula, it is commonly kept as a pet in tropical aquaria. They have an orange body, about 10 cm long, with 6 to 10 often irregular dark bands along the length and some barbels about their mouth best kept in numbers (4 -6 )