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Blue Gourami

Blue Gourami

Trichopodus trichopterus

Beginner Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater

About

Hardy three-spot gourami available in many color forms including gold, opaline, and marble. Can become territorial and spiteful as it matures.

Water Parameters

Temperature

75 - 86 °F

Ideal: 76 - 80 °F

pH

5.5 - 8.5

GH (Hardness)

3 - 35 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

6"

Min Tank Size

30 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

top

Bioload

medium

Category

gourami