Ornate ctenopoma vs Moonlight gourami: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Moonlight gourami is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Ornate ctenopoma is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Ornate ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Ornate ctenopomaMoonlight gourami
Adult size8 cm (3.1 in)13 cm (5.1 in)
Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)110 L (29 US gal)
Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)25–30°C (77–86°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
TemperamentAggressiveAggressive
Community tankNot suitableGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles