HomeCompare fishClown loach vs Eel Loach Clown loach vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 4 times the length of a Clown loach and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 5.0–6.0 suits both.Side by sideClown loachEel LoachAdult size50 cm (20 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH5.0–7.55.0–6.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesClown loachChromobotia macracanthusEel LoachPangio anguillaris