Can angelfish live with zebra loaches?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Angelfish and zebra loaches get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 76–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 76–79°Angelfish 76–84°Zebra loach 73–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6–7.5Angelfish 6–7.5Zebra loach 6–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Angelfish · 6 inZebra loach · 3.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

AngelfishZebra loach
Temperature76–84 °F73–79 °F
pH6–7.56–7.5
Adult size6.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank30 gal30 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Swims atMiddleBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 5+
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can angelfish live with zebra loaches?

Yes. Angelfish and zebra loaches get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 76–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both angelfish and zebra loaches?

76–79 °F. Angelfish need 76–84 °F, zebra loaches need 73–79 °F.

What size tank do angelfish and zebra loaches need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the angelfish. Add space for each extra fish.