Can sparkling gouramis live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Sparkling gouramis and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–80°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: sparkling gouramis the top, glofish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Sparkling gourami | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Top | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 4+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can sparkling gouramis live with glofish?
Yes. Sparkling gouramis and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
What temperature suits both sparkling gouramis and glofish?
72–80 °F. Sparkling gouramis need 72–82 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do sparkling gouramis and glofish need together?
At least 15 gal, set by the glofish tetra. Add space for each extra fish.










