Can Moonlight Gourami Live With Neon Tetra?
Moonlight Gourami and Neon Tetra CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Known Pairing
✓ Compatible
Moonlight Gourami and Neon Tetra are known to coexist well.
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 77–81°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (6" vs 1.5"). Moonlight Gourami may bully or stress Neon Tetra.
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Moonlight Gourami: top, Neon Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 35 gallons
| Parameter | Moonlight Gourami | Neon Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86°F | 70–81°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7 |
| Max Size | 6" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Top | Middle |
| Min Tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
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