HomeCompare fishBlack ghost vs Horseface loach Black ghost vs Horseface loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.The Black ghost grows about twice as long as the Horseface loach; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Side by sideBlack ghostHorseface loachAdult size50 cm (20 in)20 cm (7.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–7.0Hardness5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerate–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBlack ghostApteronotus albifronsHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchos