Can Pygmy Cory live with Blue Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pygmy Cory (only 1" long) — it will be eaten.
- Blue Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Pygmy Cory plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Pygmy Cory | Blue Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Pygmy Cory (to keep Blue Gourami):
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Licorice Gourami — 1.4", peaceful
- Swordtail — 5.5", semi-aggressive
Instead of Blue Gourami (to keep Pygmy Cory):
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Clown Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful
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