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Honey Gourami

Honey Gourami

Trichogaster chuna

Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater

About

Gentle and shy gourami with a warm honey-gold color. Best kept in groups of 4–6 for natural behavior. Often confused with the larger Thick-Lipped Gourami in shops.

Water Parameters

Temperature

72 - 82 °F

Ideal: 74 - 80 °F

pH

6 - 7.5

GH (Hardness)

4 - 15 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

2"

Min Tank Size

10 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

top

School Size

4+ recommended

Bioload

low

Category

gourami