Dwarf Gourami
Dwarf Gourami
Can they live together?
Dwarf Gourami and Cherry Shrimp compatibility
Compare their preferred water conditions and basic behavior.
Cherry Shrimp
Cherry Shrimp
Use caution
The shared temperature range (24–25°C) is narrow, so keep it stable.
- This pairing may work, but monitor behavior and provide suitable conditions.
Checked for 1 Dwarf Gourami and 6 Cherry Shrimp in a 56 L aquarium.
Shared environment
Recommended temperature
24 ~ 25°C
Recommended pH
6.8 ~ 7.4
Suggested group sizes
Dwarf Gourami: at least 1
Cherry Shrimp: at least 6
Together they need at least 56 L and about 60 cm of length.
Check that your aquarium is large enough for both species.
Side by side
| Item | Dwarf Gourami | Cherry Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Average adult size | about 8.8 cm (medium) | about 4 cm (nano) |
| Recommended temperature | 24~27°C | 20~25°C |
| Recommended pH | 6.3~7.4 | 6.8~8.0 |
| Water hardness | Medium hardness | Medium hardness |
| Minimum aquarium | 56 L, about 60 cm long | 20 L, about 30 cm long |
| Group size | single is fine | at least 6 |
| Temperament | Territorial | Gentle |
| Social behavior | Social needs depend on the species and setup | Colony-forming |
| Swimming zone | upper & middle | multiple levels |
| Activity level | Low | Low |
| Waste level | Moderate | Very low |
| With shrimp | adults not recommended, babies not recommended | adults usually fine, babies usually fine |
| Beginner level | 3/5 | 5/5 |
드워프 구라미와 체리 새우 합사에 필요한 용품
- 스펀지 여과기 쿠팡에서 보기최소 56L 어항에 맞고, 치어·새우가 빨려 들어가지 않아요.
- 수족관 히터 쿠팡에서 보기공통 수온 24~25°C를 유지할 때 필요해요.
- 어항 수질 테스트기 쿠팡에서 보기공통 pH 6.8~7.4를 확인할 때 써요.
- 열대어 사료 쿠팡에서 보기드워프 구라미에게 주는 일반 열대어 사료예요.
- 새우·무척추 사료 쿠팡에서 보기체리 새우처럼 바닥을 뒤지는 무척추동물용 사료예요.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Dwarf Gourami and Cherry Shrimp live together?
Planner result: Use caution. The shared temperature range (24–25°C) is narrow, so keep it stable. This pairing may work, but monitor behavior and provide suitable conditions.
What water conditions suit both Dwarf Gourami and Cherry Shrimp?
Keep the water at 24~25°C and pH 6.8~7.4, where both planner ranges overlap. Dwarf Gourami prefers medium hardness and Cherry Shrimp prefers medium hardness.
How big should an aquarium for Dwarf Gourami and Cherry Shrimp be?
At least 56 L and about 60 cm long, the larger of the two minimums (Dwarf Gourami: 56 L, Cherry Shrimp: 20 L). Group sizes add to the bioload, so bigger is safer.
How many Dwarf Gourami and Cherry Shrimp should I keep?
Dwarf Gourami: can be kept singly (social needs depend on the species and setup). Cherry Shrimp: at least 6 (colony-forming).
Will Dwarf Gourami eat Cherry Shrimp?
Adult shrimp: not recommended. Baby shrimp: not recommended. Dense plants and hiding places reduce losses.
Sources & review
Each species' values are cross-checked against the references below and normalized into the planner's own ranges; the verdict comes from the planner's published rules. No text or images are copied.
Dwarf Gourami
- Seriously Fish care reference
- GBIF taxonomy search
- Seriously Fish care reference (search)
- Aquarium Co-Op practical reference (search)
Cherry Shrimp
This is a guide. Individual behavior and aquarium conditions can change the outcome.