Garnet tetra vs Horseface loach: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

An adult Horseface loach is about 4 times the length of a Garnet tetra and may eat it.
Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).
A pH of 6.0 suits both.

Side by side

	Garnet tetra	Horseface loach
Adult size	5 cm (2 in)	20 cm (7.9 in)
Minimum tank	55 L (15 US gal)	210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature	23–27°C (73–81°F)	25–29°C (77–84°F)
pH	5.0–6.0	6.0–7.0
Hardness	5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)	1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)
Temperament	Peaceful	Peaceful
Community tank	Excellent	Good
Diet	Omnivore	Omnivore