Horseface loach vs Pond loach: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 25°C (77°F).
A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.
Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

	Horseface loach	Pond loach
Adult size	20 cm (7.9 in)	30.5 cm (12 in)
Minimum tank	210 L (55 US gal)	115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature	25–29°C (77–84°F)	10–25°C (50–77°F)
pH	6.0–7.0	6.0–8.0
Hardness	1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)	2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)
Temperament	Peaceful	Peaceful
Community tank	Good	Good
Care level	–	Moderate
Diet	Omnivore	Omnivore