HomeCompare fishTiger loach vs Horseface loach Tiger loach vs Horseface loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Tiger loach is best kept in a species tank.The Tiger loach is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 25–29°C (77–84°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideTiger loachHorseface loachAdult size21 cm (8.3 in)20 cm (7.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)pH6.5–7.06.0–7.0Hardness6–12 dGH (107–214 ppm)1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankNot suitableGoodDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesTiger loachSyncrossus hymenophysaHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchos