Species Profile
Pearl Gourami
Trichopodus leerii
AnabantoidspeacefulLong-finned
Adult size
4.5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
77–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Grows from juvenile
Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 4.5″ over ~1 year. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen
Notes
One of the most peaceful and elegant gouramis, with a pearlescent net pattern across the body and an orange throat that brightens in males. Surface-loving labyrinth fish, wants floating plants and a calm tank with at least 30gal of swimming room.
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