Can Ember Tetra live with Pearl Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Pearl Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Ember Tetra (only 0.8" long) — it will be eaten.
Side-by-side
| Ember Tetra | Pearl Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–82°F | 77–82°F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–8 dGH | 5–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 0.8" | 4.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Ember Tetra (to keep Pearl Gourami):
- Lambchop Rasbora — 1.25", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Green Neon Tetra — 1", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Pearl Gourami (to keep Ember Tetra):
- Dwarf Gourami — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Fancy Guppy (Female trio) — 2.4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Honey Gourami — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Ember Tetra: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pearl 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 Ember Tetra · …with Pearl Gourami