HomeCompare fishWhitebarred catfish vs Emerald catfish Whitebarred catfish vs Emerald catfish: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Whitebarred catfish grows about twice as long as the Emerald catfish; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 5.8–7.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideWhitebarred catfishEmerald catfishAdult size16 cm (6.3 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature20–26°C (68–79°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)pH5.8–7.55.8–8.0Hardness2–20 dGH (36–357 ppm)2–30 dGH (36–535 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesWhitebarred catfishAgamyxis pectinifronsEmerald catfishBrochis splendens