Can honey gouramis live with african dwarf frogs?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Honey gouramis and african dwarf frogs can share a tank, but watch one thing. African dwarf frogs eat slowly and nearly blind. Fast honey gouramis will take the food first, so target-feed them.
What to watch
- Watch outAfrican dwarf frogs eat slowly and nearly blind. Fast honey gouramis will take the food first, so target-feed them.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–82°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: honey gouramis the top, african dwarf frogs the bottom.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Honey gourami | African dwarf frog | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Top | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 2+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for honey gouramis
Better tank mates for african dwarf frogs
All african dwarf frog tank mates
Questions
Can honey gouramis live with african dwarf frogs?
Yes, with care. Honey gouramis and african dwarf frogs can share a tank, but watch one thing. African dwarf frogs eat slowly and nearly blind. Fast honey gouramis will take the food first, so target-feed them.
What temperature suits both honey gouramis and african dwarf frogs?
72–82 °F. Honey gouramis need 72–82 °F, african dwarf frogs need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do honey gouramis and african dwarf frogs need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the honey gourami. Add space for each extra fish.













