Can Dwarf Gourami live with Giant Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Dwarf Gourami (only 3.5" long) — it will be eaten.
- Dwarf Gourami and Giant Gourami are both labyrinth fish — they claim the same surface territory and will fight, especially between males.
- Giant Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Dwarf Gourami plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Dwarf Gourami | Giant Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–15 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 3.5" | 24" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 200 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Dwarf Gourami (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Giant Gourami — 24", semi-aggressive
- Blue Phantom Pleco — 7", peaceful
- Typhoon Pleco — 12", semi-aggressive
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Dwarf Gourami):
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
- Black Molly — 4", peaceful
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