Can kuhli loaches live with chinese algae eaters?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, kuhli loaches and chinese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

Kuhli loachKuhli loach75–86°F · pH 5.5–7 Chinese algae eaterChinese algae eater74–80°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

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The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Kuhli loach · 3.5 inChinese algae eater · 10 in0"2"4"6"8"10"
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

Kuhli loachChinese algae eater
Temperature75–86 °F74–80 °F
pH5.5–76–8
Adult size3.5 in10.0 in
Minimum tank20 gal75 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomBottom
GroupGroups of 6+Alone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

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Questions

Can kuhli loaches live with chinese algae eaters?

Yes, kuhli loaches and chinese algae eaters can live together. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.

What temperature suits both kuhli loaches and chinese algae eaters?

75–80 °F. Kuhli loaches need 75–86 °F, chinese algae eaters need 74–80 °F.

What size tank do kuhli loaches and chinese algae eaters need together?

At least 75 gal, set by the chinese algae eater. Add space for each extra fish.