Can Licorice Gourami live with Longfin Bristlenose Pleco?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping pH: Licorice Gourami wants 4–6 but Longfin Bristlenose Pleco wants 6.5–7.6.
- No overlapping water hardness: Licorice Gourami wants 0–4 dGH but Longfin Bristlenose Pleco wants 6.5–7.5 dGH.
- Large size gap (Longfin Bristlenose Pleco 5" vs Licorice Gourami 1.4") — watch that the smaller one gets its share at feeding time.
Side-by-side
| Licorice Gourami | Longfin Bristlenose Pleco | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–82°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 4–6 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 0–4 dGH | 6.5–7.5 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.4" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
Where to buy
- Longfin Bristlenose Pleco: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm 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.
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