HomeCompare fishGarnet tetra vs Eel Loach Garnet tetra vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 38 times the length of a Garnet tetra 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 sideGarnet tetraEel LoachAdult size5 cm (2 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank55 L (15 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH5.0–6.05.0–6.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare level–EasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesGarnet tetraHemigrammus pulcherEel LoachPangio anguillaris