Can Giant Gourami live with Swordtail?
Caution — with care
Why
- Giant Gourami may eat Swordtail; add only full-grown adults, because juveniles and fry will be picked off.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–82°F and pH 7–8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Giant Gourami | Swordtail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7–8.4 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–19 dGH | 12–30 dGH |
| Adult size | 24" | 5.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 200 gal | 29 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
How to make it work
- Add only full-grown adults — never juveniles, which will be eaten.
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