Black ghost vs Mosquitofish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Mosquitofish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Black ghost is about 12 times the length of a Mosquitofish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Black ghostMosquitofish
Adult size50 cm (20 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)12–29°C (54–84°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentAggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore