Can Blue Gourami live with Hengel's Rasbora?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Gourami’s mouth is big enough to swallow Hengel's Rasbora (only 1.2" long) — it will be eaten.
- Blue Gourami is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Hengel's Rasbora plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Side-by-side
| Blue Gourami | Hengel's Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 73–82°F |
| pH | 6–8.5 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 6–10 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Gourami (to keep Hengel's Rasbora):
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Clown Rasbora — 4", peaceful
Instead of Hengel's Rasbora (to keep Blue Gourami):
- Harlequin Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Red-Line Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful
- Black Neon Tetra — 1.5", peaceful
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