Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – flake food, freeze-dried/frozen brine shrimp, bloodworms, vegetable matter
Aquarium species profile
Pearl Gourami
Trichopodus leerii · Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size4–5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature77–82°F
pH range6.0–8.0
Compatible tank mates
Tetras, Corydoras, Rasboras, peaceful livebearers, small bottom-dwellers
Tank mates to avoid
Aggressive fish, fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs; male Gouramis may fight
Care notes
One of the most beautiful and peaceful Gouramis. Labyrinth fish; needs surface air access. Males have orange-red throats and long ventral fins. Hardy and adaptable.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.