Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leerii)
Subtle pearled patterns, peaceful, 5 inches. Excellent community fish.
Males develop orange throats during breeding.
Blue/Three-Spot Gourami (Trichogaster trichopterus)
Hardy, common, 6 inches. Sometimes aggressive — males especially during breeding.
Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna)
Smallest (2 inches). Honey-orange males, peaceful. Perfect for 20-30 gallon community tanks.
Giant Gourami (Osphronemus goramy)
12-24 inches as adults. NOT for community tanks. Need 200+ gallon ponds or large display tanks.
Tank Requirements
Calm surface for atmospheric breathing — bubble walls and strong filter outputs cause stress.
Floating plants — provide cover and shade.
Wide tank shape over tall.
- ✦Avoid bettas in same tank — gouramis intimidate them
- ✦Males build bubble nests — provide floating plants for nest material
- ✦One male per tank — multiple males = territorial fighting