HomeCompare fishBengal loach vs Blyth's loach Bengal loach vs Blyth's loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Blyth's loach is aggressive towards other fish.The Bengal loach is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideBengal loachBlyth's loachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)11 cm (4.3 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.5–7.56.5–7.5TemperamentAggressiveAggressiveCare level–ModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBengal loachBotia darioBlyth's loachSyncrossus berdmorei