HomeCompare fishDwarf botia vs Eel Loach Dwarf botia vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 38 times the length of a Dwarf botia and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).Side by sideDwarf botiaEel LoachAdult size5 cm (2 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.5–6.95.0–6.0Hardness1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf botiaYasuhikotakia sidthimunkiEel LoachPangio anguillaris