FishTankCan dwarf gouramis live with neon tetras?
Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 75–80°F.
Yes
Verdict
75–80°F
Shared temperature
15 gal
Smallest tank
The two fish side by side
| Fish | Adult size | Temperature | Min. tank | Keep | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dwarf gourami | 3.5 in | 75–80°F | 15 gal | Alone or as a pair | peaceful |
| Neon tetra | 1.5 in | 72–80°F | 10 gal | 6 or more | peaceful |
How to keep them together
- Set the heater to about 78°F, in the middle of the range they share (75–80°F).
- Use a tank of at least 15 gallons. Check the numbers with the stocking calculator.
- Keep neon tetras in a group of 6 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
- Add plenty of plants and cover so every fish can get out of sight.
Good tankmates instead
- For dwarf gouramis: Angelfish, Amano shrimp, Bristlenose pleco, Cardinal tetra, Cherry barb, Corydoras (bronze or peppered)
- For neon tetras: Betta (male), Cherry shrimp, Guppy, Amano shrimp, Black skirt tetra, Bristlenose pleco
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