Species Profile
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
AnabantoidspeacefulLong-finned
Adult size
3.5″
Minimum tank
10 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen
Notes
One per tank usually. Susceptible to dwarf gourami iridovirus.
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