Can pearl gouramis live with white cloud minnows?
Verdict
No
No. Pearl gouramis and white cloud minnows should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); pearl gouramis need 77–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerWhite cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); pearl gouramis need 77–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What works
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: pearl gouramis the top, white cloud minnows the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Pearl gourami | White cloud minnow | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–82 °F | 60–72 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–8 |
| Adult size | 5.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Top | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can pearl gouramis live with white cloud minnows?
No. Pearl gouramis and white cloud minnows should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); pearl gouramis need 77–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both pearl gouramis and white cloud minnows?
None. Pearl gouramis need 77–82 °F and white cloud minnows need 60–72 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do pearl gouramis and white cloud minnows need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the pearl gourami. Add space for each extra fish.













