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Definition of tiger botia

tiger botia

Plural:tiger botias
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A freshwater fish belonging to the loach family (often specifically Syncrossus hymenophysa or Syncrossus helodes), native to rivers in Southeast Asia, known for its bold vertical stripes, somewhat aggressive behavior, and popularity in the aquarium trade.

Example

"The aquarium hobbyist carefully selected a tiger botia to help control the snail population in the tank."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tiger botia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tiger-botia
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