Can Yellow Tang Live With Clown Loach?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Yellow Tang needs 8.1–8.4, Clown Loach needs 6.0–7.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Yellow Tang | Clown Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 77–86°F | 77–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 | 6–7.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 7.9" | 11.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 79 gal | 79 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Yellow Tang
Zebrasoma flavescens
intermediatesemi-aggressive79+ gal
The Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) is a intermediate saltwater species known for its bright yellow coloration. Iconic yellow reef fish. Mid.
Full care guide →Clown Loach
Chromobotia macracanthus
intermediatepeaceful79+ gal
The Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its orange, black bands coloration. Schooling. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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