Moonlight Gourami tank mates
Trichopodus microlepis
5 rated pairings from the Moonlight Gourami care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Moonlight Gourami needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful, and occupy different water zones; provide visual interest without conflict
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Schooling fish that stay mid-water; their small size and peaceful nature complement gouramis well
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.