Tiger loach vs Bengal loach: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Bengal loach is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Tiger loach is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Tiger loach is aggressive towards other fish.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Tiger loachBengal loach
Adult size21 cm (8.3 in)15 cm (5.9 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH6.5–7.06.5–7.5
Hardness6–12 dGH (107–214 ppm)–
TemperamentAggressiveAggressive
Community tankNot suitable–
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles