Can Chili Rasbora live with Chocolate Gourami?
Caution — with care
Why
- Large size gap (Chili Rasbora 0.7" vs Chocolate Gourami 2") — the bigger fish may eat the smaller one as they grow.
Sweet spot: both do well at 78–82°F and pH 4–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chili Rasbora | Chocolate Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 78–86°F |
| pH | 4–7 | 4–6.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–6 dGH | 0–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 0.7" | 2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 15 gallons.
How to make it work
- Add only full-grown adults — never juveniles, which will be eaten.
Where to buy
- Chili Rasbora: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Chocolate Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics 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.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Chili Rasbora · …with Chocolate Gourami