Can yoyo loaches live with electric blue acaras?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Yoyo loaches and electric blue acaras get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–82°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–82°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: yoyo loaches the bottom, electric blue acaras the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Yoyo loach | Electric blue acara | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–86 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 5.0 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 40 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 5+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can yoyo loaches live with electric blue acaras?
Yes. Yoyo loaches and electric blue acaras get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–82°F. Plan on at least 40 gal.
What temperature suits both yoyo loaches and electric blue acaras?
75–82 °F. Yoyo loaches need 75–86 °F, electric blue acaras need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do yoyo loaches and electric blue acaras need together?
At least 40 gal, set by the yoyo loach. Add space for each extra fish.












