HomeCompare fishSpotted ctenopoma vs Eel Loach Spotted ctenopoma vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Spotted ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Eel Loach is about 13 times the length of a Spotted ctenopoma and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–25°C (75–77°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideSpotted ctenopomaEel LoachAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature5–25°C (41–77°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.0–8.05.0–6.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesSpotted ctenopomaCtenopoma acutirostreEel LoachPangio anguillaris