Can celestial pearl danios live with zebra loaches?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and zebra loaches get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 73–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 73–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: celestial pearl danios the mid, zebra loaches the bottom.
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Care at a glance
| Celestial pearl danio | Zebra loach | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 73–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 5+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can celestial pearl danios live with zebra loaches?
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and zebra loaches get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 73–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both celestial pearl danios and zebra loaches?
73–79 °F. Celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F, zebra loaches need 73–79 °F.
What size tank do celestial pearl danios and zebra loaches need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the zebra loach. Add space for each extra fish.










