Linke's Licorice Gourami tank mates
Parosphromenus linkei
6 rated pairings from the Linke's Licorice Gourami care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Linke's Licorice Gourami needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful temperament; compatible with small gourami groups
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive; ideal nano tank companion
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides essential cover and foraging habitat
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Creates dense vegetation for shelter and natural environment
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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