Can they live together?

Reticulated Hillstream Loach and Cherry Shrimp compatibility

Compare their preferred water conditions and basic behavior.

Reticulated Hillstream Loach

Cherry Shrimp

Use caution

This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended.

These species are generally compatible when their environmental needs are met.

Checked for 1 Reticulated Hillstream Loach and 6 Cherry Shrimp in a 72 L aquarium.

Shared environment

Recommended temperature
20 ~ 24°C

Recommended pH
6.8 ~ 7.5

Suggested group sizes

Reticulated Hillstream Loach: at least 1

Cherry Shrimp: at least 6

Together they need at least 72 L and about 75 cm of length.

Check that your aquarium is large enough for both species.

Side by side

Item	Reticulated Hillstream Loach	Cherry Shrimp
Average adult size	about 6.5 cm (small)	about 4 cm (nano)
Recommended temperature	20~24°C	20~25°C
Recommended pH	6.5~7.5	6.8~8.0
Water hardness	Medium hardness	Medium hardness
Minimum aquarium	72 L, about 75 cm long	20 L, about 30 cm long
Group size	single is fine	at least 6
Temperament	Moderate	Gentle
Social behavior	Can be kept alone or in a group	Colony-forming
Swimming zone	bottom	multiple levels
Activity level	Moderate	Low
Waste level	Low	Very low
With shrimp	adults usually fine, babies usually fine	adults usually fine, babies usually fine
Beginner level	3/5	5/5

힐스트림 로치와 체리 새우 합사에 필요한 용품

스펀지 여과기 쿠팡에서 보기최소 72L 어항에 맞고, 치어·새우가 빨려 들어가지 않아요.
어항 수질 테스트기 쿠팡에서 보기공통 pH 6.8~7.5를 확인할 때 써요.
침강성(바닥) 사료 쿠팡에서 보기바닥에서 먹이를 먹는 힐스트림 로치에게 맞는 가라앉는 사료예요.
새우·무척추 사료 쿠팡에서 보기체리 새우처럼 바닥을 뒤지는 무척추동물용 사료예요.
어항 뚜껑 쿠팡에서 보기한쪽이 뛰어오를 수 있어 뚜껑을 권장해요.

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Frequently asked questions

Can Reticulated Hillstream Loach and Cherry Shrimp live together?

Planner result: Use caution. This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended. These species are generally compatible when their environmental needs are met.

What water conditions suit both Reticulated Hillstream Loach and Cherry Shrimp?

Keep the water at 20~24°C and pH 6.8~7.5, where both planner ranges overlap. Reticulated Hillstream Loach prefers medium hardness and Cherry Shrimp prefers medium hardness.

How big should an aquarium for Reticulated Hillstream Loach and Cherry Shrimp be?

At least 72 L and about 75 cm long, the larger of the two minimums (Reticulated Hillstream Loach: 72 L, Cherry Shrimp: 20 L). Group sizes add to the bioload, so bigger is safer.

How many Reticulated Hillstream Loach and Cherry Shrimp should I keep?

Reticulated Hillstream Loach: can be kept singly (can be kept alone or in a group). Cherry Shrimp: at least 6 (colony-forming).

Will Reticulated Hillstream Loach eat Cherry Shrimp?

Adult shrimp: usually fine. Baby shrimp: usually fine. Dense plants and hiding places reduce losses.

Sources & review

Each species' values are cross-checked against the references below and normalized into the planner's own ranges; the verdict comes from the planner's published rules. No text or images are copied.