Can Giant Gourami live with Pitbull Pleco?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pitbull Pleco (only 2.5" long) — it will be eaten.
- Giant Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Pitbull Pleco plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Giant Gourami | Pitbull Pleco | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–19 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 24" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 200 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Pitbull Pleco):
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Pitbull Pleco (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Blue Phantom Pleco — 7", peaceful
- Typhoon Pleco — 12", semi-aggressive
- Royal Pleco — 17", peaceful
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