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Can Nerite Snail and Yoyo Loach Live Together?
Not recommended
- Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
- Shared pH window: 7.0-7.5.
- Yoyo Loach is large enough to eat Nerite Snail — high predation risk.
- Yoyo Loach may hunt Nerite Snail, especially shrimplets.
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | Yoyo Loach |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 1" | 5" |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperature | 65-82°F | 75-86°F |
| pH | 7-8.5 | 6.5-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 40 gallons or larger. Keep at 75-82°F. Target pH 7.0-7.5.
FAQ
Can Nerite Snail and Yoyo Loach live together?
Not recommended. Shared temperature window: 75-82°F.
What size tank do Nerite Snail and Yoyo Loach need together?
Plan for at least 40 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.
See full care guides: Nerite Snail · Yoyo Loach