Gangetic leaffish vs Chinese sucker: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Chinese sucker is about 3 times the length of a Gangetic leaffish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).
  • A pH of 6.9–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Gangetic leaffishChinese sucker
Adult size20 cm (7.9 in)60 cm (24 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)
Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)
pH6.9–8.06.0–7.5
Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)–
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateModerate
DietCarnivoreOmnivore