Cardinal Tetra

Cardinal Tetra

Paracheirodon axelrodi
✓ Compatible
Chocolate Gourami

Chocolate Gourami

Sphaerichthys osphromenoides

Can Cardinal Tetra Live With Chocolate Gourami?

Cardinal Tetra and Chocolate Gourami are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 77–84°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.0–6.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 2.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Cardinal Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Chocolate Gourami is a schooling fish and needs at least 4 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 20 gallons

ParameterCardinal TetraChocolate Gourami
Temperature73–84°F77–84°F
pH5–74–6.5
Max Size2"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal20 gal

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