HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Black ghost Striped barb vs Black ghost: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Black ghost is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Black ghost is about 4 times the length of a Striped barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Side by sideStriped barbBlack ghostAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)50 cm (20 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.0–6.56.0–8.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)5–10 dGH (89–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisBlack ghostApteronotus albifrons