Yoyo Loach
Yoyo Loach
Can they live together?
Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail compatibility
Compare their preferred water conditions and basic behavior.
Nerite Snail
Nerite Snail
Use caution
The shared pH range (7.2–7.5) is narrow, so watch for water changes.
- This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended.
- This pairing may work, but monitor behavior and provide suitable conditions.
Checked for 5 Yoyo Loach and 1 Nerite Snail in a 150 L aquarium.
Shared environment
Recommended temperature
24 ~ 27°C
Recommended pH
7.2 ~ 7.5
Suggested group sizes
Yoyo Loach: at least 5
Nerite Snail: at least 1
Together they need at least 150 L and about 100 cm of length.
Check that your aquarium is large enough for both species.
Side by side
| Item | Yoyo Loach | Nerite Snail |
|---|---|---|
| Average adult size | about 13 cm (medium) | about 3 cm (nano) |
| Recommended temperature | 24~28°C | 22~27°C |
| Recommended pH | 6.2~7.5 | 7.2~8.2 |
| Water hardness | Medium hardness | Medium hardness |
| Minimum aquarium | 150 L, about 100 cm long | 10 L, about 20 cm long |
| Group size | at least 5 | single is fine |
| Temperament | Moderate | Gentle |
| Social behavior | Social | Can be kept alone or in a group |
| Swimming zone | bottom | bottom |
| Activity level | High | Low |
| Waste level | Low | Very low |
| With shrimp | adults not recommended, babies not recommended | adults usually fine, babies usually fine |
| Beginner level | 3/5 | 5/5 |
요요 로치와 네라이트 스네일 합사에 필요한 용품
- 스펀지 여과기 쿠팡에서 보기최소 150L 어항에 맞고, 치어·새우가 빨려 들어가지 않아요.
- 수족관 히터 쿠팡에서 보기공통 수온 24~27°C를 유지할 때 필요해요.
- 어항 수질 테스트기 쿠팡에서 보기공통 pH 7.2~7.5를 확인할 때 써요.
- 침강성(바닥) 사료 쿠팡에서 보기바닥에서 먹이를 먹는 요요 로치에게 맞는 가라앉는 사료예요.
- 새우·무척추 사료 쿠팡에서 보기네라이트 스네일처럼 바닥을 뒤지는 무척추동물용 사료예요.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail live together?
Planner result: Use caution. The shared pH range (7.2–7.5) is narrow, so watch for water changes. This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended. This pairing may work, but monitor behavior and provide suitable conditions.
What water conditions suit both Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail?
Keep the water at 24~27°C and pH 7.2~7.5, where both planner ranges overlap. Yoyo Loach prefers medium hardness and Nerite Snail prefers medium hardness.
How big should an aquarium for Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail be?
At least 150 L and about 100 cm long, the larger of the two minimums (Yoyo Loach: 150 L, Nerite Snail: 10 L). Group sizes add to the bioload, so bigger is safer.
How many Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail should I keep?
Yoyo Loach: at least 5 (social). Nerite Snail: can be kept singly (can be kept alone or in a group).
Do Yoyo Loach and Nerite Snail have similar temperaments?
Yoyo Loach is moderate and swims in the bottom; Nerite Snail is gentle and swims in the bottom. Activity: high vs low.
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.
Yoyo Loach
- GBIF taxonomy search
- Seriously Fish care reference (search)
- Aquarium Co-Op practical reference (search)
Nerite Snail
This is a guide. Individual behavior and aquarium conditions can change the outcome.