Brilliant rasbora vs Clown loach: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • An adult Clown loach is about 6 times the length of a Brilliant rasbora and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.

Side by side

Brilliant rasboraClown loach
Adult size9 cm (3.5 in)50 cm (20 in)
Minimum tank110 L (29 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)
pH6.0–6.55.0–7.5
Hardness–5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyModerate
DietOmnivoreOmnivore