Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Thick Lipped Gourami?

Bloodfin Tetra and Thick Lipped Gourami are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 3.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Bloodfin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 28 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraThick Lipped Gourami
Temperature64–82°F72–82°F
pH6–86–7.5
Max Size2"3.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopTop
Min Tank20 gal15 gal

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