HomeCompare fishPirapatinga vs Elephantnose fish Pirapatinga vs Elephantnose fish: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Elephantnose fish is aggressive towards other fish.The Pirapatinga is best kept in a species tank.An adult Pirapatinga is about 4 times the length of a Elephantnose fish and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).A pH of 6.0–6.8 suits both.Side by sidePirapatingaElephantnose fishAdult size88 cm (35 in)23 cm (9.1 in)Minimum tank–115 L (30 US gal)Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH4.8–6.86.0–7.0Hardness4–15 dGH (71–268 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankNot suitableWith cautionCare levelEasyDifficultDietHerbivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesPirapatingaPiaractus brachypomusElephantnose fishGnathonemus petersii