HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Garnet tetra Gangetic leaffish vs Garnet tetra: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Gangetic leaffish is about 4 times the length of a Garnet tetra and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).Side by sideGangetic leaffishGarnet tetraAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)5 cm (2 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)55 L (15 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)23–27°C (73–81°F)pH6.9–8.05.0–6.0Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelModerate–DietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusGarnet tetraHemigrammus pulcher