HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Horseface loach Gangetic leaffish vs Horseface loach: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.9–7.0 suits both.Side by sideGangetic leaffishHorseface loachAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)20 cm (7.9 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)25–29°C (77–84°F)pH6.9–8.06.0–7.0Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)1–12 dGH (18–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerate–DietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusHorseface loachAcantopsis choirorhynchos