HomeCompare fishHorseface loach vs Blyth's loach Horseface loach vs Blyth's loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Blyth's loach is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideHorseface loachBlyth's loachAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)11 cm (4.3 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature25–29°C (77–84°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.0–7.06.5–7.5Hardness1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankGood–Care level–ModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchosBlyth's loachSyncrossus berdmorei