HomeCompare fishRedtail botia / Blue botia vs Hillstream loach Redtail botia / Blue botia vs Hillstream loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Redtail botia / Blue botia is aggressive towards other fish.The Redtail botia / Blue botia grows about twice as long as the Hillstream loach; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 24–25°C (75–77°F).A pH of 7.0 suits both.Side by sideRedtail botia / Blue botiaHillstream loachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)6.5 cm (2.6 in)Minimum tank285 L (75 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–27°C (75–81°F)23–25°C (73–77°F)pH6.5–8.07.0TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCare level–DifficultDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesRedtail botia / Blue botiaYasuhikotakia modestaHillstream loachGastromyzon punctulatus