Can Giant Gourami live with Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose)?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose) (only 4.5" long) — it will be eaten.
- Giant Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose) plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Giant Gourami | Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 68–77°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–19 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 24" | 4.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 200 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose)):
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful
Instead of Rubber Pleco (Rubbernose) (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Blue Phantom Pleco — 7", peaceful
- Bristlenose Pleco — 5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Longfin Bristlenose Pleco — 5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
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