Can Amano Shrimp live with Kissing Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Kissing Gourami is 6.0× the length of Amano Shrimp — easily mouth-sized, and anything that fits in the mouth is a predator.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–8 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Amano Shrimp | Kissing Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–80°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.8 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 6–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 12" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 75 gal |
Together, plan on at least 75 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Amano Shrimp (to keep Kissing Gourami):
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Vampire Shrimp — 6", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Flower Shrimp — 2.5", peaceful
Instead of Kissing Gourami (to keep Amano Shrimp):
- Moonlight Gourami — 6", peaceful
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
Where to buy
- Amano Shrimp: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
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