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 as blue, gold, or opaline gourami. Can be territorial — one per tank.
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