Can Denison Barb Live With Clown Loach?
✅Compatible
Denison Barb and Clown Loach are compatible. Temperature overlap 77–77°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 75 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Denison Barb | Clown Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–77°F | 77–86°F | 77–77°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.8 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 6" | 12" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 55 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Denison Barb + Clown Loach
To keep Denison Barb and Clown Loach together, you need at minimum a 75 gallon tank. Denison Barb should be kept in a school of 6+. Clown Loach should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Denison Barb
Sahyadria denisonii
intermediatepeaceful55+ gal
The Denison Barb (Sahyadria denisonii) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →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 →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Denison Barb:
For Clown Loach:
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