Badis vs Moonlight gourami: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

The Moonlight gourami is aggressive towards other fish.
The Badis can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).
A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

	Badis	Moonlight gourami
Adult size	8 cm (3.1 in)	13 cm (5.1 in)
Minimum tank	75 L (20 US gal)	110 L (29 US gal)
Temperature	23–26°C (73–79°F)	25–30°C (77–86°F)
pH	6.0–8.0	6.0–8.0
Hardness	5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)	2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
Temperament	Semi-aggressive	Aggressive
Community tank	With caution	Good
Care level	–	Easy
Diet	Carnivore	Omnivore