Thick Lipped Gourami Care Guide
Trichogaster labiosa
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Bioload Score
3000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 9 cm / 3.5"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Mid
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates, zooplankton, algae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful rasboras, danios, small tetras, Corydoras, kuhli loaches and other calm, similarly sized community fish.
Good to Know
Trichogaster labiosa is commonly called the Thick Lipped Gourami because its fleshy lips are especially prominent compared with those of related gouramis.
Gender Differences
Males are generally more vividly coloured with a longer, pointed dorsal fin, while females are plumper and usually have a shorter, rounded dorsal fin.
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