HomeCompare fishDwarf botia vs Coolie loach Dwarf botia vs Coolie loach: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Coolie loach grows about twice as long as the Dwarf botia; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 25–30°C (77–86°F).A pH of 6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)Side by sideDwarf botiaCoolie loachAdult size5 cm (2 in)10 cm (3.9 in)Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.5–6.95.5–6.5Hardness1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerate–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf botiaYasuhikotakia sidthimunkiCoolie loachPangio kuhlii