HomeCompare fishBlackbarred limia vs Eel Loach Blackbarred limia vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 32 times the length of a Blackbarred limia and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).Side by sideBlackbarred limiaEel LoachAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank–75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH7.0–8.05.0–6.0Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesBlackbarred limiaLimia nigrofasciataEel LoachPangio anguillaris