Gold Gourami Return to Aquarium page
Scientific Name Trichogaster trichopterus
Common Name Three Spot Gourami, Gold Gourami
Origin Thailand, Vietnam, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo
Adult Size 4.5 to 6 inches
Temperature 72 - 82°F
pH 6.0 - 8.0
Hardness 5.0 - 19.0 dGH
Notes Very hardy, with a wide variety of colors and patterns. Though generally peaceful, males may be territorial and bully smaller fish. Males have a long and pointed dorsal (upper) fin, while the female has a short and rounded dorsal fin. Like Bettas, Gouramis are labyrinth fish, which can take oxygen directly from the air.
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