Banded Gourami (Trichogaster fasciata)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameTrichogaster fasciata
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asGiant Gourami (misnomer), Striped Gourami, Colisa fasciata
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size4 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-18 dGH
Appearance
Robust gourami with oblique blue-green and orange bands; breeding males intensely colored with a blue-green sheen.
Difficulty and care for the Banded Gourami
Easy
Origin and habitat
India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar
Keeper notes
Generally peaceful; males may show some territoriality when breeding. Sometimes confused with the unrelated true giant gourami.
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