Species Profile
Croaking Gourami
Trichopsis vittata
Anabantoidspeaceful
Adult size
2.5″
Minimum tank
10 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Diet
Micro pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Larger relative of the sparkling gourami, makes an audible croaking sound during courtship and territorial displays, especially noticeable at night. Wants a quiet planted tank with floating cover; pairs work in 10gal+.
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