Compatibility
Kuhli Loach × Sparkling Gourami Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Kuhli Loach and Sparkling Gourami can usually live together in a well-planted community tank, but size difference should be monitored.
TemperatureA
pHA
HardnessB
FlowA
PredationB
BehaviourA
Generally compatibleA
Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Kuhli Loach: 24.0–28.0 °C
Sparkling Gourami: 25.0–28.0 °C
Shared window: 25.0–28.0°C.
pH overlap
Kuhli Loach: 6.0–7.0
Sparkling Gourami: 6.0–7.0
Shared window: 6.0–7.0.
Hardness overlap
Kuhli Loach: Very soft → Medium
Sparkling Gourami: Soft → Hard
Shared hardness bands: 2 (overlap ratio 67%).
Flow match
Kuhli Loach: Low
Sparkling Gourami: Low
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 2.50x
Size gap is between 2.0x and 3.0x, so monitor for dominance and mouth-fit risk.
Behaviour risk
- - Both species are generally peaceful; behaviour conflict risk is low.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Kuhli Loach | Sparkling Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 10.0 cm | 4.0 cm |
| Temperature | 24.0–28.0 °C | 25.0–28.0 °C |
| pH | 6.0–7.0 | 6.0–7.0 |
| Hardness | Very soft → Medium | Soft → Hard |
| Flow | Low | Low |
| Locations | Java, Indonesia | Indonesia, Laos +1 moreThailand |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
No recorded overlap in our dataset.
Best tank mates for Kuhli Loach
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
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Corydoras
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Discus
Symphysodon spp.
Honey Gourami
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Best tank mates for Sparkling Gourami
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cardinal Tetra
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Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Neon tetra
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