Gangetic leaffish vs Mosquitofish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Mosquitofish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Gangetic leaffish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Gangetic leaffish is about 5 times the length of a Mosquitofish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).
  • A pH of 6.9–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Gangetic leaffishMosquitofish
Adult size20 cm (7.9 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature23–27°C (73–81°F)12–29°C (54–84°F)
pH6.9–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentAggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore