Can Chocolate Gourami live with Emerald Cory (Brochis)?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 78–79°F.
Sweet spot: both do well at 78–79°F and pH 6–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chocolate Gourami | Emerald Cory (Brochis) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 4–6.5 | 6–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 0–5 dGH | 2–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 3" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 29 gal |
Together, plan on at least 29 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Chocolate Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Emerald Cory (Brochis): 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 Chocolate Gourami · …with Emerald Cory (Brochis)