Can Chocolate Gourami live with Neon Tetra?
Caution — with care
Why
- Almost no shared temperature: Chocolate Gourami wants 78–86°F and Neon Tetra wants 68–78°F, so only 78°F suits both — too fine a margin to actually hold.
Sweet spot: both do well at 78–78°F and pH 5.5–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chocolate Gourami | Neon Tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 68–78°F |
| pH | 4–6.5 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 0–5 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 15 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater
Where to buy
- Neon Tetra: 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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