Spotted ctenopoma vs Butterfly splitfin: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Spotted ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.
  • Their temperature ranges don't overlap.
  • A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Spotted ctenopomaButterfly splitfin
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)8 cm (3.1 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature5–25°C (41–77°F)26–32°C (79–90°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore