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Freshwater fishOpaline Gourami
Opaline Gourami
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Similar to the Blue Gourami, the Opaline Gourami has a bluish body and a black snakeskin pattern. Very hardy and very beautiful, these fish are suitable for any community tank, and larger sizes can handle cichlid tanks.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Trichopodus trichopterus |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Care Level | Easy, good for beginners |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive (males can be territorial) |
| Adult Size | Up to 6" |
| Lifespan | 4–6+ years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| Breathes Air | Yes – labyrinth fish take air from the surface |
| Shipping Size | Medium: approx. 1½–2" · Large: approx. 2–3" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them a heater, a filter and plenty of plants and hiding spots to break up sight lines between males. Keep a lid on the tank and leave a gap of air above the water, since gouramis breathe from the surface.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Pair them with sturdy, similar-sized fish such as larger tetras, barbs, rainbowfish, loaches and peaceful cichlids. Avoid small fish, slow long-finned fish and bettas.
Good to know: Males can bully smaller or slower fish, so give them room and plenty of plants, and keep one male per tank unless the tank is large.
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