Compatibility
Dwarf Gourami × Neon tetra Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Dwarf Gourami and Neon tetra can live together in a well-planted community tank, but territorial behaviour should be monitored and size difference should be monitored.
TemperatureA
pHA
HardnessA
FlowA
PredationB
BehaviourB
Compatible with cautionB
Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Dwarf Gourami: 18.0–28.0 °C
Neon tetra: 20.0–26.0 °C
Shared window: 20.0–26.0°C.
pH overlap
Dwarf Gourami: 6.0–7.5
Neon tetra: 5.5–7.5
Shared window: 6.0–7.5.
Hardness overlap
Dwarf Gourami: Very soft → Medium
Neon tetra: Very soft → Medium
Shared hardness bands: 3 (overlap ratio 100%).
Flow match
Dwarf Gourami: Low
Neon tetra: Low
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 2.00x
Size gap is between 2.0x and 3.0x, so monitor for dominance and mouth-fit risk.
Behaviour risk
- - Dwarf Gourami: Territorial.
- - At least one species can be pushy or fin-nippy; monitor closely.
- - Behaviour may vary by tank size and stocking; have a backup plan.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Dwarf Gourami | Neon tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 8.0 cm | 4.0 cm |
| Temperature | 18.0–28.0 °C | 20.0–26.0 °C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Hardness | Very soft → Medium | Very soft → Medium |
| Flow | Low | Low |
| Locations | Bangladesh, India +1 morePakistan | South America |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
No recorded overlap in our dataset.
Best tank mates for Neon tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
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