HomeCompare fishCrescent betta vs Horseface loach Crescent betta vs Horseface loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Horseface loach is about 3 times the length of a Crescent betta and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–29°C (77–84°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Side by sideCrescent bettaHorseface loachAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)20 cm (7.9 in)Minimum tank40 L (11 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)pH6.0–7.06.0–7.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasy–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesCrescent bettaBetta imbellisHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchos