Species Profile
Sparkling Gourami
Trichopsis pumila
Anabantoidspeaceful
Adult size
1.5″
Minimum tank
5 gal
Temperature
76–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Diet
Micro pellets, frozen
Notes
Tiny labyrinth fish with iridescent blue spots on a coppery body. Makes a faint clicking croak when displaying or breeding. Best in a 5gal+ nano tank with peaceful tankmates; works as a centerpiece in a planted scape.
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