Spiketail Paradise Fish (Pseudosphromenus cupanus)
Fish in the family Osphronemidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePseudosphromenus cupanus
FamilyOsphronemidae
Also known asSpike-tailed Gourami, Cupanus Gourami
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Adult size2.6 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-15 dGH
Appearance
Small brownish gourami with a pointed spike-tailed caudal fin and subtle dark horizontal banding.
Difficulty and care for the Spiketail Paradise Fish
Easy
Origin and habitat
South India, Sri Lanka
Keeper notes
Peaceful and shy; good for calm planted community or species tanks. Males display without serious aggression.
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