Can Giant Gourami live with Tiger Barb?
Not recommended
Why
- Giant Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Tiger Barb (only 2.75" long) — it will be eaten.
- Tiger Barb is a fin-nipper and will shred the long/flowing fins of Giant Gourami.
Side-by-side
| Giant Gourami | Tiger Barb | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–19 dGH | 4–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 24" | 2.75" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 200 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 200 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Giant Gourami (to keep Tiger Barb):
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful
- Variatus Platy — 2.75", peaceful
Instead of Tiger Barb (to keep Giant Gourami):
- Blue Gourami — 5", semi-aggressive
- Angelfish — 6", peaceful
- Gold Gourami — 6", semi-aggressive
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