Can pearl gouramis live with elephant nose fish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Pearl gouramis and elephant nose fish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 77–82°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.

Pearl gouramiPearl gourami77–82°F · pH 6–7.5 Elephant nose fishElephant nose fish73–82°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 77–82°Pearl gourami 77–82°Elephant nose fish 73–82°
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 inElephant nose fish · 9 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"7"8"9"
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 gouramiElephant nose fish
Temperature77–82 °F73–82 °F
pH6–7.56–7.5
Adult size5.0 in9.0 in
Minimum tank30 gal55 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atTopBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can pearl gouramis live with elephant nose fish?

Yes. Pearl gouramis and elephant nose fish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 77–82°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.

What temperature suits both pearl gouramis and elephant nose fish?

77–82 °F. Pearl gouramis need 77–82 °F, elephant nose fish need 73–82 °F.

What size tank do pearl gouramis and elephant nose fish need together?

At least 55 gal, set by the elephant nose fish. Add space for each extra fish.