Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leerii)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameTrichopodus leerii
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asTrichogaster leerii, Lace Gourami, Mosaic Gourami, Diamond Gourami
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size4.7 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Elegant gourami with a pearly mosaic pattern over a tan-violet body, a black lateral line, and an orange-red throat and breast on breeding males.
Difficulty and care for the Pearl Gourami
Easy
Origin and habitat
Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo
Keeper notes
One of the most peaceful larger gouramis; males may mildly spar but rarely cause harm. Good community fish with similarly sized peaceful species.
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