Chinese sucker vs Mosquitofish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Mosquitofish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Chinese sucker is about 15 times the length of a Mosquitofish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 18–28°C (64–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Chinese suckerMosquitofish
Adult size60 cm (24 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank455 L (120 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature18–28°C (64–82°F)12–29°C (54–84°F)
pH6.0–7.56.0–8.0
Hardness–5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore