Amazon leaffish vs Elephantnose fish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Elephantnose fish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Amazon leaffish is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Amazon leaffish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Elephantnose fish grows about twice as long as the Amazon leaffish; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.

Side by side

Amazon leaffishElephantnose fish
Adult size10 cm (3.9 in)23 cm (9.1 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH6.0–6.56.0–7.0
Hardness5–8 dGH (89–143 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveAggressive
Community tankNot suitableWith caution
Care levelDifficultDifficult
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles