Moonlight Gourami (Trichopodus microlepis)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameTrichopodus microlepis
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asTrichogaster microlepis, Moonbeam Gourami
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 5-18 dGH
Appearance
Silvery, almost luminous-white gourami with a concave forehead and long thread-like pelvic fins that turn orange-red in breeding males.
Difficulty and care for the Moonlight Gourami
Easy
Origin and habitat
Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam
Keeper notes
Peaceful and somewhat shy; males may mildly spar. Good for a calm community of medium-large peaceful fish.
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