Can Blue Gourami live with Platy?
Light caution
Why
- Blue Gourami is large enough to threaten a small Platy — usually fine once both are adult, but watch new additions.
- Blue Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Platy plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–82°F and pH 7–8.2 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Blue Gourami | Platy | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 70–82°F |
| pH | 6–8.5 | 7–8.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 10–28 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Use a larger, well-decorated tank with sightline breaks, keep everyone well-fed, and add the calmer fish first.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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