Species Profile
Three-Spot Gourami
Trichopodus trichopterus
Also known as: Blue Gourami, Gold Gourami, Opaline Gourami
Anabantoidssemi-aggressiveLong-finned
Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
6–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Grows from juvenile
Typically sold at ~1.5″ and reaches 6″ over ~1 year. Plan tank size for the adult, not the fish at purchase.Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen
Notes
Sold under three names depending on the color morph (blue, gold, opaline) but the same species. Three dark spots on the side, though selectively-bred morphs often hide them. Can be territorial; one male per tank.
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