Banded mountain loach vs Clown loach: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

An adult Clown loach is about 10 times the length of a Banded mountain loach and may eat it.
Both are comfortable at 24–25.5°C (75–78°F).
A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

	Banded mountain loach	Clown loach
Adult size	5 cm (2 in)	50 cm (20 in)
Minimum tank	210 L (55 US gal)	210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature	20–25.5°C (68–78°F)	24–30°C (75–86°F)
pH	6.0–7.5	5.0–7.5
Hardness	–	5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
Temperament	Peaceful	Peaceful
Community tank	–	Good
Care level	Moderate	Moderate
Diet	–	Omnivore