Can Thick-lipped Gourami live with Thai Freshwater Crab?
Caution — with care
Why
- Thai Freshwater Crab can grab Thick-lipped Gourami while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–7.5 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–82°F and pH 7–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Thick-lipped Gourami | Thai Freshwater Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 3.5" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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