Can Jack Dempsey Live With Honey Gourami?
❌Not Compatible
Jack Dempsey Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Jack Dempsey | Honey Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86°F | 72–82°F | 74–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 9.8" | 2" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 11 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Jack Dempsey
Rocio octofasciata
intermediateaggressive53+ gal
The Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its dark brown-purple, blue-green spots coloration. Named after the boxer. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Honey Gourami
Trichogaster chuna
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold-honey (male), silver-tan (female) coloration. Peaceful. Top to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Jack Dempsey:
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