Can Moonlight Gourami live with Pom Pom Crab?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–7.5 dGH.
- Pom Pom Crab can grab Moonlight Gourami while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
Sweet spot: both do well at 77–82°F and pH 7–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Moonlight Gourami | Pom Pom Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 55 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 55 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Moonlight Gourami: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pom Pom Crab: 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 Moonlight Gourami · …with Pom Pom Crab