Gangetic leaffish vs Forktail rainbowfish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Gangetic leaffish is about 4 times the length of a Forktail rainbowfish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.9–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Gangetic leaffishForktail rainbowfish
Adult size20 cm (7.9 in)5 cm (2 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)
pH6.9–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore