Dadio vs Hoven's carp: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Hoven's carp is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Hoven's carp is about 17 times the length of a Dadio and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 22–24°C (72–75°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

DadioHoven's carp
Adult size3 cm (1.2 in)50 cm (20 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)
Temperature20–24°C (68–75°F)22–25°C (72–77°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness2–10 dGH (36–178 ppm)5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulAggressive
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore