HomeCompare fishGlass catfish vs Eel Loach Glass catfish vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 13 times the length of a Glass catfish and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).Side by sideGlass catfishEel LoachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.5–7.05.0–6.0Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesGlass catfishKryptopterus bicirrhisEel LoachPangio anguillaris