HomeCompare fishTiger loach vs Redtail botia / Blue botia Tiger loach vs Redtail botia / Blue botia: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Redtail botia / Blue botia 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 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Side by sideTiger loachRedtail botia / Blue botiaAdult size21 cm (8.3 in)15 cm (5.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)285 L (75 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)pH6.5–7.06.5–8.0Hardness6–12 dGH (107–214 ppm)–TemperamentAggressiveAggressiveCommunity tankNot suitable–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesTiger loachSyncrossus hymenophysaRedtail botia / Blue botiaYasuhikotakia modesta