Can Discus and Dwarf Chain Loach live together?

Discus and Dwarf Chain Loach are possible with care. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Discus vs Dwarf Chain Loach

Discus

Symphysodon aequifasciatus

Dwarf Chain Loach

Ambastaia sidthimunki

Verdict:Possible with care

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Loaches

6″

Adult size

2″

75gal

Min tank

20gal

82–88°F

Temperature

75–82°F

5.5–7

6–7.5

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

mid

Water level

bottom

Compatibility notes

warnDiscus and Dwarf Chain Loach only narrowly overlap in temperature — keep within 82–82°F.

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