HomeCompare fishUmbrella cichlid vs Eel Loach Umbrella cichlid vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.An adult Eel Loach is about 27 times the length of a Umbrella cichlid and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).A pH of 5.0–6.0 suits both.Side by sideUmbrella cichlidEel LoachAdult size7 cm (2.8 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–27°C (77–81°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH5.0–7.05.0–6.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borelliiEel LoachPangio anguillaris