Black ghost 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 Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Indonesian snakehead grows about twice as long as the Black ghost; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Black ghostIndonesian snakehead
Adult size50 cm (20 in)130 cm (51 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH6.0–8.06.5–7.5
Hardness5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)–
TemperamentAggressiveAggressive
Community tankGoodNot suitable
Care levelModerateEasy
DietOmnivoreCarnivore