HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Gulf gambusia Gangetic leaffish vs Gulf gambusia: 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 Gulf gambusia and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–25°C (73–77°F).A pH of 6.9–7.8 suits both.Side by sideGangetic leaffishGulf gambusiaAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)5 cm (2 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)20 L (5 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)22–25°C (72–77°F)pH6.9–8.06.5–7.8Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)–TemperamentAggressive–Community tankGoodGoodCare levelModerate–DietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusGulf gambusiaGambusia vittata