Gangetic leaffish vs Bleeding-heart tetra: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Gangetic leaffish is about 3 times the length of a Bleeding-heart tetra and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).
  • A pH of 6.9–7.2 suits both.

Side by side

Gangetic leaffishBleeding-heart tetra
Adult size20 cm (7.9 in)6 cm (2.4 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH6.9–8.05.6–7.2
Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore