HomeCompare fishReticulate loach vs Coolie loach Reticulate loach vs Coolie loach: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–27.7°C (75–82°F).A pH of 6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 40 L (11 US gal)Side by sideReticulate loachCoolie loachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)10 cm (3.9 in)Minimum tank–40 L (11 US gal)Temperature22–27.7°C (72–82°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.5–7.55.5–6.5Hardness4–12 dGH (71–214 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankWith cautionGoodCare levelModerate–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesReticulate loachBotia lohachataCoolie loachPangio kuhlii