Can jack dempseys live with yoyo loaches?
Verdict
No
No. Jack dempseys and yoyo loaches should not share a tank. Jack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than yoyo loaches.
What to watch
- Deal breakerJack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than yoyo loaches.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–86°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: jack dempseys the mid, yoyo loaches the bottom.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Jack Dempsey | Yoyo loach | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86 °F | 75–86 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 5.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 40 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 5+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for jack dempseys
Better tank mates for yoyo loaches
Questions
Can jack dempseys live with yoyo loaches?
No. Jack dempseys and yoyo loaches should not share a tank. Jack dempseys are aggressive and much bigger than yoyo loaches.
What temperature suits both jack dempseys and yoyo loaches?
75–86 °F. Jack dempseys need 72–86 °F, yoyo loaches need 75–86 °F.
What size tank do jack dempseys and yoyo loaches need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the jack dempsey. Add space for each extra fish.