Can Blue Gourami live with Painted Fire Red Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Gourami will eat adult Painted Fire Red Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Blue Gourami | Painted Fire Red Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 6–8.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Gourami (to keep Painted Fire Red Shrimp):
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Neon Tetra — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Harlequin Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Painted Fire Red Shrimp (to keep Blue Gourami):
- Flower Shrimp — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Amano Shrimp — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Bamboo / Wood Shrimp — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Blue Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Painted Fire Red Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Blue Gourami · …with Painted Fire Red Shrimp