Can Blue Gourami live with Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Gourami will eat adult Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp (a small dwarf shrimp).
Side-by-side
| Blue Gourami | Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 79–86°F |
| pH | 6–8.5 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 4–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 0.8" |
| 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 Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp):
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummynose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Red-Line Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp (to keep Blue Gourami):
- 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
- Vampire Shrimp — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Blue Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cardinal Sulawesi 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 Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp