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Can Chocolate Gourami live with False Rummynose Tetra?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 78–82°F and pH 5.5–6.5 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Chocolate GouramiFalse Rummynose Tetra
Temperature78–86°F75–82°F
pH4–6.55.5–7
Hardness (GH)0–5 dGH2–8 dGH
Adult size2"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank15 gal20 gal

Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.

Where to buy

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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Everything compatible with Chocolate Gourami · …with False Rummynose Tetra

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