PisciDex Species Profile
Sparkling Gourami
Tiny croaking labyrinth fish for quiet, heavily planted nano aquariums with very small peaceful tankmates.
Trichopsis pumila
Osphronemidae | Southeast Asia | Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam
Core Requirements
Tank Size
10 gallons minimum
Adult Size
1.6 inches
Group Size
Pair/group 2+
Bioload
1/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
76-82 F
pH
6-7.5
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
No
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
2/10
Diet
Carnivore
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lifespan
4 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
No
Compatibility Tags
Nano TankPeacefulSolitaryTop WaterMid WaterPlant SafeSoftwaterBlackwater
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.