Can Dwarf Gourami Live With Sterbai Corydoras?
✅Compatible
Dwarf Gourami and Sterbai Corydoras are compatible. Temperature overlap 77–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Dwarf Gourami | Sterbai Corydoras | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F | 77–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3.5" | 2.6" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 11 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Dwarf Gourami + Sterbai Corydoras
To keep Dwarf Gourami and Sterbai Corydoras together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Sterbai Corydoras should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius) is a beginner freshwater species known for its blue-red striped (male), silver (female) coloration. Colorful. Top to Mid.
Full care guide →Sterbai Corydoras
Corydoras sterbai
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Sterbai Corydoras (Corydoras sterbai) is a beginner freshwater species known for its dark brown, white spots, orange pectoral fins coloration. Popular. Bottom.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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