HomeCompare fishRedtail splitfin vs Chinese sucker Redtail splitfin vs Chinese sucker: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Redtail splitfin can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.An adult Chinese sucker is about 10 times the length of a Redtail splitfin and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 18–28°C (64–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideRedtail splitfinChinese suckerAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)60 cm (24 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)Temperature15–32°C (59–90°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–7.5Hardness9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)–TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesRedtail splitfinXenotoca eiseniChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticus