HomeCompare fishGangetic leaffish vs Lesser spiny eel Gangetic leaffish vs Lesser spiny eel: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Lesser spiny eel 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 6.9–7.5 suits both.Side by sideGangetic leaffishLesser spiny eelAdult size20 cm (7.9 in)38 cm (15 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)20–28°C (68–82°F)pH6.9–8.06.5–7.5Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)6–35 dGH (107–625 ppm)TemperamentAggressiveAggressiveCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelModerateEasyDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGangetic leaffishNandus nandusLesser spiny eelMacrognathus aculeatus