Spotted ctenopoma vs Pygmy gourami: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Pygmy gourami is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Spotted ctenopoma is aggressive towards other fish.
  • An adult Spotted ctenopoma is about 4 times the length of a Pygmy gourami and may eat it.
  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 25°C (77°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.

Side by side

Spotted ctenopomaPygmy gourami
Adult size15 cm (5.9 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature5–25°C (41–77°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)
pH6.0–8.06.0–7.0
Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Community tankGoodNot suitable
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles