Bleeding-heart tetra vs Black ghost: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Black ghost is about 8 times the length of a Bleeding-heart tetra and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.

Side by side

Bleeding-heart tetraBlack ghost
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)50 cm (20 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH5.6–7.26.0–8.0
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulAggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyModerate
DietOmnivoreOmnivore