Can Bandit Cory live with Blue Gourami?
Light caution
Why
- Blue Gourami is large enough to threaten a small Bandit Cory — usually fine once both are adult, but watch new additions.
- Blue Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Bandit Cory plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 6–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Bandit Cory | Blue Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–25 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Use a larger, well-decorated tank with sightline breaks, keep everyone well-fed, and add the calmer fish first.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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