HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Eel Loach Clown barb vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 14 times the length of a Clown barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideClown barbEel LoachAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.0–7.05.0–6.0Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiEel LoachPangio anguillaris