HomeCompare fishGlass catfish vs Emerald catfish Glass catfish vs Emerald catfish: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 150 L (40 US gal)Side by sideGlass catfishEmerald catfishAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)pH6.5–7.05.8–8.0Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)2–30 dGH (36–535 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGlass catfishKryptopterus bicirrhisEmerald catfishBrochis splendens