Can Yoyo Loach Live With Synodontis Catfish?
✅Compatible
Yoyo Loach and Synodontis Catfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Yoyo Loach | Synodontis Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–86°F | 75–82°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 7.5–8.5 | 7.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 6" | 8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Yoyo Loach + Synodontis Catfish
To keep Yoyo Loach and Synodontis Catfish together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Yoyo Loach should be kept in a school of 3+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Yoyo Loach
Botia almorhae
intermediatepeaceful30+ gal
The Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Synodontis Catfish
Synodontis multipunctatus
intermediatepeaceful30+ gal
The Synodontis Catfish (Synodontis multipunctatus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 8 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Yoyo Loach:
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