Can Chocolate Gourami live with Siamese Algae Eater?
Light caution
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 78–79°F.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 6.5–6.5.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 5–5 dGH.
- Large size gap (Siamese Algae Eater 6" vs Chocolate Gourami 2") — watch that the smaller one gets its share at feeding time.
Sweet spot: both do well at 78–79°F and pH 6.5–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chocolate Gourami | Siamese Algae Eater | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 75–79°F |
| pH | 4–6.5 | 6.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 0–5 dGH | 5–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater · GH remineraliser
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