Can Clown Loach Live With Flowerhorn Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Flowerhorn Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Clown Loach | Flowerhorn Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 80–86°F | 80–86°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 12" | 12" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 75 gal | 55 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthus
intermediatepeaceful75+ gal
The Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 75 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Flowerhorn Cichlid
Hybrid
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
The Flowerhorn Cichlid (Hybrid) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Flowerhorn Cichlid:
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