HomeCompare fishWhiptail catfish vs Striped glass catfish Whiptail catfish vs Striped glass catfish: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)Side by sideWhiptail catfishStriped glass catfishAdult size16 cm (6.3 in)10 cm (3.9 in)Minimum tank–115 L (30 US gal)Temperature24–26°C (75–79°F)21–26°C (70–79°F)pH6.0–7.06.5–7.4Hardness3–8 dGH (54–143 ppm)10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tank–GoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesWhiptail catfishFarlowella acusStriped glass catfishKryptopterus macrocephalus