HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Elephantnose fish Gangetic leaffish vs Elephantnose fish: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Elephantnose fish is aggressive towards other fish.The Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).A pH of 6.9–7.0 suits both.Side by sideGangetic leaffishElephantnose fishAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)23 cm (9.1 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.9–8.06.0–7.0Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentAggressiveAggressiveCommunity tankGoodWith cautionCare levelModerateDifficultDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusElephantnose fishGnathonemus petersii