Can Endler's Livebearer live with Opaline Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Opaline Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Endler's Livebearer (only 1.2" long) — it will be eaten.
- Opaline Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Endler's Livebearer plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Endler's Livebearer | Opaline Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–20 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.2" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Endler's Livebearer (to keep Opaline Gourami):
- Fancy Guppy (Female trio) — 2.4", peaceful
- Guppy — 2", peaceful
- Scissortail Rasbora — 3.5", peaceful
Instead of Opaline Gourami (to keep Endler's Livebearer):
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Clown Rasbora — 4", peaceful
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