Alfred's Licorice Gourami (Parosphromenus alfredi)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameParosphromenus alfredi
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asRed Licorice Gourami
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Adult size1.4 in
Minimum tank size5 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-80°F, pH 3.5-6.0, GH 0-4 dGH
Appearance
Tiny licorice gourami; displaying males flash intense red and iridescent blue in the fins over a dark-striped body.
Difficulty and care for the Alfred's Licorice Gourami
Hard
Origin and habitat
Peninsular Malaysia
Keeper notes
Peaceful and timid; a quiet soft-water species tank only. One of the more frequently bred licorice gouramis in the hobby's conservation projects.
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