HomeCompare fishBengal loach vs Reticulate loach Bengal loach vs Reticulate loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Bengal loach is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 23–27.7°C (73–82°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideBengal loachReticulate loachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)15 cm (5.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)22–27.7°C (72–82°F)pH6.5–7.56.5–7.5Hardness–4–12 dGH (71–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tank–With cautionCare level–ModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBengal loachBotia darioReticulate loachBotia lohachata