Can Moonlight Gourami live with Sailfin Molly?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping water hardness: Moonlight Gourami wants 6–7.5 dGH but Sailfin Molly wants 12–30 dGH.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.6.
Sweet spot: both do well at 77–82°F and pH 7.5–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Moonlight Gourami | Sailfin Molly | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 68–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 12–30 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 55 gal | 30 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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