HomeCompare fishClown loach vs Blackbarred limia Clown loach vs Blackbarred limia: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Clown loach is about 8 times the length of a Blackbarred limia and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 7.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideClown loachBlackbarred limiaAdult size50 cm (20 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH5.0–7.57.0–8.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown loachChromobotia macracanthusBlackbarred limiaLimia nigrofasciata