Can Dwarf Gourami live with Green Neon Tetra?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 4–5 dGH.
- Dwarf Gourami is large enough to threaten a small Green Neon Tetra — usually fine once both are adult, but watch new additions.
Sweet spot: both do well at 75–82°F and pH 6–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Dwarf Gourami | Green Neon Tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 75–84°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 4–6.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–15 dGH | 1–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 3.5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 15 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Dwarf Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Green Neon Tetra: 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 Dwarf Gourami · …with Green Neon Tetra