Can Kuhli Loach Live With Glass Catfish?
✅Compatible
Kuhli Loach and Glass Catfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Kuhli Loach | Glass Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–86°F | 75–79°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3.9" | 3.1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Kuhli Loach + Glass Catfish
To keep Kuhli Loach and Glass Catfish together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Kuhli Loach should be kept in a school of 6+. Glass Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Kuhli Loach
Pangio kuhlii
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) is a beginner freshwater species known for its brown-orange, dark bands coloration. Eel-like. Bottom.
Full care guide →Glass Catfish
Kryptopterus vitreolus
intermediatepeaceful20+ gal
The Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its transparent/clear coloration. Transparent body. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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