HomeCompare fishChinese sucker vs Eel Loach Chinese sucker vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 3 times the length of a Chinese sucker and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideChinese suckerEel LoachAdult size60 cm (24 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank455 L (120 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature18–28°C (64–82°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.0–7.55.0–6.0Hardness–5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticusEel LoachPangio anguillaris