HomeCompare fishClown loach vs Black sharkminnow Clown loach vs Black sharkminnow: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–27°C (75–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 475 L (125 US gal)Side by sideClown loachBlack sharkminnowAdult size50 cm (20 in)90 cm (35 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH5.0–7.56.5–7.5Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)2–15 dGH (36–268 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown loachChromobotia macracanthusBlack sharkminnowLabeo chrysophekadion