Can Green Neon Tetra Live With Moonlight Gourami?

Green Neon Tetra and Moonlight Gourami are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 77–85°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–6.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Moonlight Gourami (6") may eat or bully Green Neon Tetra (1").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Green Neon Tetra: middle, Moonlight Gourami: top), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Green Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 10 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterGreen Neon TetraMoonlight Gourami
Temperature75–85°F77–86°F
pH4–6.56–7.5
Max Size1"6"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleTop
Min Tank10 gal30 gal

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