Can Pea Puffer Live With Pearl Gourami?
❌Not Compatible
Pea Puffer is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pea Puffer | Pearl Gourami | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 77–82°F | 77–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 5.5–7.5 | 7–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 1" | 5" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Pea Puffer
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
intermediateaggressive5+ gal
Pea puffers are the smallest freshwater pufferfish in the world, growing to just 1 inch. Despite their tiny size, they have big personalities — they are curious, intelligent, and surprisingly aggressive. They are best kept in species-only tanks and require live or frozen food.
Full care guide →Pearl Gourami
Trichopodus leeri
beginnerpeaceful30+ gal
Pearl gouramis are widely considered the most beautiful gourami species, with a body covered in iridescent pearl-like spots over a brown-silver base. Males develop a stunning red-orange chest and throat during breeding displays. They are one of the most peaceful gouramis, making them excellent centerpiece fish for community tanks.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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