Licorice Gourami (Parosphromenus deissneri)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameParosphromenus deissneri
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asDeissner's 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, slender licorice gourami; displaying males show striking red-and-blue banded fins against a dark striped body.
Difficulty and care for the Licorice Gourami
Hard
Origin and habitat
Bangka Island, Indonesia
Keeper notes
Extremely peaceful and shy; must be kept in a quiet soft-water species tank, never with active or competitive fish. Best as pairs in a dim blackwater setup.
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