My plans for aquarium expansion were delayed by the heatwave. Now I will be getting an aluminum shelving unit, but I need to determine the size of the new extra tanks first. I have received conflicting info. I know Peter wrote on this site,” The ideal tank size for 1 pair of licorice gouramis is 20 to 25 L”. Other people have privately recommended larger tanks. First, I was planning on 30 L tanks with maybe also one from 60 l. Now I’m thinking all should be 60 l. I want “happy fish”! So here are some questions. The answers will influence my decisions.
What size tank do you keep your paro’s in, how many couples to a tank of what size, do they ever share a community (blackwater)tank?
Will paro’s breed if they are kept in a paro’s only tank with several couples?
Would they be happy if kept in a 110 l community aquarium with Boraras Brigittae and Paracheirodon Simulans?
Is there a chance of them breeding in a community aquarium with many hiding places, appropriate water, etc.?
A lot of questions, I know. Hopefully the answers will also help others new to keeping this fish.
Thanks in advance!
Jonette