Can Black Kuhli Loach live with Pitbull Pleco?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 73–79°F and pH 6–7 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Black Kuhli LoachPitbull Pleco
Temperature73–86°F72–79°F
pH5.5–76–7.5
Hardness (GH)2–10 dGH4–12 dGH
Adult size3"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank20 gal20 gal

Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.

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