HomeCompare fishBlack ghost vs Chinese sucker Black ghost vs Chinese sucker: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideBlack ghostChinese suckerAdult size50 cm (20 in)60 cm (24 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–7.5Hardness5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)–TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBlack ghostApteronotus albifronsChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticus