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Gold Gourami (Trichogaster trichopterus)
Gold Gourami
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Gold Gourami (Trichogaster trichopterus)
Please Let Us Pick: Based on availability, your fish will be selected from an assortment of males and females. We are not able to guarantee specific gender (unless specified in the product name).
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Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Orange
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-82° F, KH 4-18, pH 6.0-8.0
Max. Size 6"
Family Belontiidae
Minimum Tank Size 20 gallons
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Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Orange
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-82° F, KH 4-18, pH 6.0-8.0
Max. Size 6"
Family Belontiidae
Minimum Tank Size 20 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Gold Gourami is a color variation of the Blue Gourami that is a deep orange with lighter orange shading. The Gold Gourami also has rust colored markings and is lacking the "spots" of the Blue Gourami. This gourami is a rather peaceful fish that is very comical to watch as a juvenile. Gold Gouramis are considered Labyrinth Fish, meaning they breathe directly from the air and should have access to the surface of the aquarium.

The Gold Gourami can be housed with a variety of tank mates that are of similar size and temperament. While males can be territorial with each other, they become timid around other, more aggressive fish. The ideal tank set-up would be an aquarium of a minimum of 20 gallons and have plenty of live plants as well as rocks and driftwood for use as hiding places.

The best way to differentiate between the male and female Gold Gourami is by the dorsal fin. In the male, the dorsal fin is long and pointed, while the female's is shorter and rounded. When ready to breed, the male builds a bubblenest and then begins to entice the female by swimming back and forth, flaring his fins and raising his tail. When this behavior is noticed, the water level should be reduced to 6 inches. After spawning the female should be removed to a separate aquarium as the male may become aggressive toward her. The male will tend to the eggs until they hatch, and after hatching, there should be frequent water changes, especially during the third week, as this is when the labyrinth organ is developing. The fry should be fed infusoria and nauplii.

The Gold Gourami is an omnivore and requires both algae-based foods as well as meaty foods. An algae-based flake food, along with freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp will provide these fish with the proper nutrition.

Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2-1/2"

Customer Testimonials

John D Sonora , CA
When I introduced a small yellow gourami to my tank of labriynth fish I was worried. To my surprise there were no problems at all. He has grown to an impressive 6" now and is as healthy as can be.
Paul H Skowhegan , ME
About eight weeks ago, I ordered three of these, and I got one pair. Well, today the pair hatched about 200-300 eggs,{super stock}as always from the Dr's.
Fred A New York , NY
I orderd a gold gourami (I was a little worried because of my angles) but she was fine. A real eye catcher.
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