Linke's Licorice Gourami

Linke's Licorice Gourami

Parosphromenus linkei
⚠ Use Caution
Penguin Tetra

Penguin Tetra

Thayeria boehlkei

Can Linke's Licorice Gourami Live With Penguin Tetra?

Linke's Licorice Gourami and Penguin Tetra CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–79°F.

pH ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow pH overlap (6.0–6.0). Hard to maintain precisely.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 2.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Penguin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterLinke's Licorice GouramiPenguin Tetra
Temperature72–79°F72–82°F
pH3.5–66–7.5
Max Size1.5"2.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank5 gal15 gal

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