HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Blackbarred limia Zig-zag eel vs Blackbarred limia: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 6 times the length of a Blackbarred limia and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 7.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideZig-zag eelBlackbarred limiaAdult size38 cm (15 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)–Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH6.5–7.57.0–8.0Hardness–9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusBlackbarred limiaLimia nigrofasciata