HomeCompare fishSpotted ctenopoma vs Blackbarred limia Spotted ctenopoma vs Blackbarred limia: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Spotted ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.The Spotted ctenopoma grows about twice as long as the Blackbarred limia; watch for bullying or predation.Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 25°C (77°F).A pH of 7.0–8.0 suits both.Side by sideSpotted ctenopomaBlackbarred limiaAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–Temperature5–25°C (41–77°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH6.0–8.07.0–8.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesSpotted ctenopomaCtenopoma acutirostreBlackbarred limiaLimia nigrofasciata