HomeCompare fishRedtail splitfin vs Horseface loach Redtail splitfin vs Horseface loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Redtail splitfin can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.An adult Horseface loach is about 3 times the length of a Redtail splitfin and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–29°C (77–84°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Side by sideRedtail splitfinHorseface loachAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)20 cm (7.9 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature15–32°C (59–90°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–7.0Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasy–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesRedtail splitfinXenotoca eiseniHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchos