Can Otocinclus Live With Honey Gourami?
Otocinclus Catfish and Honey Gourami are compatible. Temperature overlap 74–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Otocinclus | Honey Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–79°F | 72–82°F | 74–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 11 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Otocinclus + Honey Gourami
To keep Otocinclus and Honey Gourami together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Otocinclus 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
Otocinclus
Otocinclus spp.
The Otocinclus (Otocinclus spp.) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its brown-gray, dark lateral stripe coloration. Small algae eater. Surfaces.
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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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