HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Eel Loach Gangetic leaffish vs Eel Loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Eel Loach is about 10 times the length of a Gangetic leaffish and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).Side by sideGangetic leaffishEel LoachAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)190.5 cm (75 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)pH6.9–8.05.0–6.0Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietCarnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusEel LoachPangio anguillaris