HomeCompare fishSpotted ctenopoma vs Garnet tetra Spotted ctenopoma vs Garnet tetra: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Spotted ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Spotted ctenopoma is about 3 times the length of a Garnet tetra and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–25°C (73–77°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideSpotted ctenopomaGarnet tetraAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)5 cm (2 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)55 L (15 US gal)Temperature5–25°C (41–77°F)23–27°C (73–81°F)pH6.0–8.05.0–6.0Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasy–DietCarnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesSpotted ctenopomaCtenopoma acutirostreGarnet tetraHemigrammus pulcher