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Can Pearl Gourami live with Spike-Topped Apple Snail?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 77–79°F and pH 7–7.5 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Pearl GouramiSpike-Topped Apple Snail
Temperature77–82°F65–79°F
pH6–7.57–8
Hardness (GH)5–15 dGH5–15 dGH
Adult size4.5"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank30 gal10 gal

Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.

Where to buy

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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Everything compatible with Pearl Gourami · …with Spike-Topped Apple Snail

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