Glass catfish vs Mosquitofish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Mosquitofish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Glass catfish is about 4 times the length of a Mosquitofish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 21–26°C (70–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Glass catfishMosquitofish
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)12–29°C (54–84°F)
pH6.5–7.06.0–8.0
Hardness8–18 dGH (143–321 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore