Can Neon Tetra Live With Dwarf Gourami?
✅Compatible
Neon Tetra and Dwarf Gourami are compatible. Temperature overlap 77–81°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Neon Tetra | Dwarf Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 72–82°F | 77–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5–7 | 6–7.5 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.6" | 3.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 11 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Neon Tetra + Dwarf Gourami
To keep Neon Tetra and Dwarf Gourami together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Neon Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a beginner freshwater species known for its blue, red, silver coloration. Iconic schooling fish. Mid.
Full care guide →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 →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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