HomeCompare fishReticulated corydoras vs Eel Loach Reticulated corydoras vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 32 times the length of a Reticulated corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideReticulated corydorasEel LoachAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.0–8.05.0–6.0Hardness2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatusEel LoachPangio anguillaris