Can Siamese Algae Eater live with Sparkling Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Siamese Algae Eater’s mouth is big enough to swallow Sparkling Gourami (only 1.5" long) — it will be eaten.
Side-by-side
| Siamese Algae Eater | Sparkling Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–79°F | 76–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–12 dGH | 2–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Siamese Algae Eater (to keep Sparkling Gourami):
- Moonlight Gourami — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Swordtail — 5.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Sailfin Molly — 5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Sparkling Gourami (to keep Siamese Algae Eater):
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Yucatan Molly — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Siamese Algae Eater: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Sparkling 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 Siamese Algae Eater · …with Sparkling Gourami