Can Endler's Livebearer live with Moonlight Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Moonlight Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Endler's Livebearer (only 1.2" long) — it will be eaten.
- No overlapping water hardness: Endler's Livebearer wants 10–20 dGH but Moonlight Gourami wants 6–7.5 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Endler's Livebearer | Moonlight Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 77–86°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–20 dGH | 6–7.5 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.2" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 55 gal |
Together, plan on at least 55 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Endler's Livebearer (to keep Moonlight Gourami):
- Fancy Guppy (Female trio) — 2.4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Guppy — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Honey Gourami — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Moonlight Gourami (to keep Endler's Livebearer):
- Thick-lipped Gourami — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Noble Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Molly — 4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Endler's Livebearer: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Moonlight 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 Endler's Livebearer · …with Moonlight Gourami