Can Moonlight Gourami live with Ramshorn Snail?
Light caution
Why
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–7.5 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 77–82°F and pH 7–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Moonlight Gourami | Ramshorn Snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 65–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 6–16 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| 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.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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