Glass catfish vs Black ghost: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Black ghost is about 3 times the length of a Glass catfish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Glass catfishBlack ghost
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)50 cm (20 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH6.5–7.06.0–8.0
Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulAggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyModerate
DietCarnivoreOmnivore