Can pearl gouramis live with apistogramma?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, pearl gouramis and apistogramma can live together. Both are fine at 77–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Pearl gouramiPearl gourami77–82°F · pH 6–7.5 ApistogrammaApistogramma75–84°F · pH 5–7

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 77–82°Pearl gourami 77–82°Apistogramma 75–84°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Pearl gourami · 5 inApistogramma · 3 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

Pearl gouramiApistogramma
Temperature77–82 °F75–84 °F
pH6–7.55–7
Adult size5.0 in3.0 in
Minimum tank30 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atTopBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can pearl gouramis live with apistogramma?

Yes, pearl gouramis and apistogramma can live together. Both are fine at 77–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both pearl gouramis and apistogramma?

77–82 °F. Pearl gouramis need 77–82 °F, apistogramma need 75–84 °F.

What size tank do pearl gouramis and apistogramma need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the pearl gourami. Add space for each extra fish.