2 of my 3 large Botia Sidthimunki performed some type of spawning behavior. They then began to swim in circles around the aquarium and their color was completely gone. They then began to bite each other gently on the gills. This behavior lasted 3-4 minutes, and then everything was back to normal. The smaller Botia Sidthimunki became very green in the belly area, but within a day or so, she was back to normal.
Juveniles are a very entertaining type of fish as the play and swim in the aquarium.
Groups of 3 are recommended as a minimum. A group of at least 5 would make the Botia Sidthimunki a very attractive group of fish in the home aquarium. They are a very peaceful species, which would eat any type of fish food provided. They especially enjoy live earthworms and frozen blood worms. Like all Botias, the Botia Sidthimunki has a spine underneath each eye to protect itself against intruders.