Can ramshorn snails live with kissing gouramis?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Ramshorn snails and kissing gouramis can share a tank, but watch one thing. Large kissing gouramis crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.
What to watch
- Watch outLarge kissing gouramis crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–80°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: ramshorn snails the bottom, kissing gouramis the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ramshorn snail | Kissing gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 10.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 55 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for ramshorn snails
Better tank mates for kissing gouramis
All kissing gourami tank mates
Questions
Can ramshorn snails live with kissing gouramis?
Yes, with care. Ramshorn snails and kissing gouramis can share a tank, but watch one thing. Large kissing gouramis crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.
What temperature suits both ramshorn snails and kissing gouramis?
72–80 °F. Ramshorn snails need 70–80 °F, kissing gouramis need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do ramshorn snails and kissing gouramis need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the kissing gourami. Add space for each extra fish.













