Can Pygmy Cory live with Giant Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pygmy Cory (only 1" long) — it will be eaten.
- Giant Gourami is semi-aggressive and may bully the peaceful Pygmy Cory — give lots of space and cover.
Side-by-side
| Pygmy Cory | Giant Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 24" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 200 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Pygmy Cory (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Oscar — 16", aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Giant Gourami — 24", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Sailfin Molly — 5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Pygmy Cory):
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pygmy Cory — 1", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Thick-lipped Gourami — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Pygmy Cory: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Giant Gourami: 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 Pygmy Cory · …with Giant Gourami