African bonytongue vs Indonesian snakehead: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Indonesian snakehead is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Indonesian snakehead is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The African bonytongue is aggressive towards other fish.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–28°C (75–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.7–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

African bonytongueIndonesian snakehead
Adult size100 cm (39 in)130 cm (51 in)
Minimum tank455 L (120 US gal)–
Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH6.7–7.56.5–7.5
Hardness4–12 dGH (71–214 ppm)–
TemperamentAggressiveAggressive
Community tank–Not suitable
Care levelDifficultEasy
DietCarnivoreCarnivore

Species profiles