HomeCompare fishClown loach vs Redtail splitfin Clown loach vs Redtail splitfin: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Redtail splitfin can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.An adult Clown loach is about 8 times the length of a Redtail splitfin and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–30°C (75–86°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideClown loachRedtail splitfinAdult size50 cm (20 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)15–32°C (59–90°F)pH5.0–7.56.0–8.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown loachChromobotia macracanthusRedtail splitfinXenotoca eiseni