HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Eel Loach Striped barb vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Eel Loach is about 16 times the length of a Striped barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideStriped barbEel LoachAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.0–6.55.0–6.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisEel LoachPangio anguillaris