HomeCompare fishReticulate loach vs Blyth's loach Reticulate loach vs Blyth's loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Blyth's loach is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideReticulate loachBlyth's loachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)11 cm (4.3 in)Minimum tank–210 L (55 US gal)Temperature22–27.7°C (72–82°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.5–7.56.5–7.5Hardness4–12 dGH (71–214 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankWith caution–Care levelModerateModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesReticulate loachBotia lohachataBlyth's loachSyncrossus berdmorei