HomeCompare fishIndian glassy fish vs Eel Loach Indian glassy fish vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 24 times the length of a Indian glassy fish and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).Side by sideIndian glassy fishEel LoachAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature20–30°C (68–86°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH7.0–8.25.0–6.0Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesIndian glassy fishParambassis rangaEel LoachPangio anguillaris