Can corydoras live with pearl gouramis?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Corydoras and pearl gouramis get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 77–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 77–79°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: corydoras the bottom, pearl gouramis the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Corydoras | Pearl gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 77–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.5 in | 5.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Top |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for corydoras
Better tank mates for pearl gouramis
AngelfishYes
Kuhli loachYes
Clown loachYes
Congo tetraYes
Elephant nose fishYes
Bristlenose plecoYes
Questions
Can corydoras live with pearl gouramis?
Yes. Corydoras and pearl gouramis get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 77–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both corydoras and pearl gouramis?
77–79 °F. Corydoras need 72–79 °F, pearl gouramis need 77–82 °F.
What size tank do corydoras and pearl gouramis need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the pearl gourami. Add space for each extra fish.






