Can Ghost Shrimp live with Gold Gourami?
Not recommended
Why
- Gold Gourami will eat adult Ghost Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Ghost Shrimp | Gold Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–15 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.5" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Ghost Shrimp (to keep Gold Gourami):
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Vampire Shrimp — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Gold Gourami (to keep Ghost Shrimp):
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummynose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Ghost Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Gold 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 Ghost Shrimp · …with Gold Gourami