Black ghost vs Northern trout gudgeon: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Northern trout gudgeon can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Black ghost grows about twice as long as the Northern trout gudgeon; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.8 suits both.

Side by side

Black ghostNorthern trout gudgeon
Adult size50 cm (20 in)17.5 cm (6.9 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)150 L (40 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–7.8
Hardness5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)–
TemperamentAggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore