Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Honey Gourami?
Black Skirt Tetra and Honey Gourami are compatible. Temperature overlap 74–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 15 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Honey Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 72–82°F | 74–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 11 gal | 15 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Black Skirt Tetra + Honey Gourami
To keep Black Skirt Tetra and Honey Gourami together, you need at minimum a 15 gallon tank. Black Skirt Tetra should be kept in a school of 6+. Honey Gourami should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
The Black Skirt Tetra (Gymnocorymbus ternetzi) is a beginner freshwater species known for its silver, black coloration. Also called black widow tetra. Mid.
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Trichogaster chuna
The Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold-honey (male), silver-tan (female) coloration. Peaceful. Top to Mid.
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