Clown Loach Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a Clown Loach share its water (75-85°F, pH 6-7.5), suit its peaceful temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten.
Best tank mates
Cardinal Tetra
Compatible · 75 gal+
Guppy
Compatible · 75 gal+
Platy
Compatible · 75 gal+
Molly
Compatible · 75 gal+
Swordtail
Compatible · 75 gal+
Dwarf Gourami
Compatible · 75 gal+
Pearl Gourami
Compatible · 75 gal+
Honey Gourami
Compatible · 75 gal+
Discus
Compatible · 75 gal+
German Blue Ram
Compatible · 75 gal+
Bolivian Ram
Compatible · 75 gal+
Bronze Corydoras
Compatible · 75 gal+
Avoid these
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Not recommended
Common Goldfish
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a Clown Loach?
Cardinal Tetra, Guppy, Platy, Molly, Swordtail and similar peaceful species.
What should not be kept with a Clown Loach?
White Cloud Mountain Minnow, Common Goldfish and other incompatible species.
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