Can Variatus Platy live with Giant Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Variatus Platy (only 2.75" long) — it will be eaten.
- Giant Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Variatus Platy plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Variatus Platy | Giant Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–77°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7–8.2 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–25 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.75" | 24" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 15 gal | 200 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Variatus Platy (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Giant Gourami — 24", semi-aggressive
- Sailfin Molly — 5", peaceful
- Swordtail — 5.5", semi-aggressive
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Variatus Platy):
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Yucatan Molly — 6", peaceful
- Sailfin Molly — 5", peaceful
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