Fish Database: Chocolate Gourami - Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Aquarium requirements
Aquarium suitability: 2/5
Sociability rating: 9/10
Area of tank: Middle, bottom
Aquarium water conditions: 5-7, vs,s
Temperature: 24 - 28C
Feeding: Flake, frozen, live foods
Minimum tank size: 60cm
Min / Max number in tank: Min 2
Fish fact file
Family: Osphronemidae (Gouramies)
Synonyms: Sphaerichthys osphromenoides osphromenoides, Osphromenus malayanus, O. notatus
Other common names:
Origin: Asia; Sumatra, Borneo, Malaya
Natural habitat: Densely vegetated areas
Size: 6cm
Behavior: Peaceful, timid
Breeding: Mouth brooder, lays 20-40 eggs, female incubates eggs in mouth for two weeks
Natural water conditions: pH 4-6, very soft
Sexing: Males have a yellow edging to the anal and caudal fins
Chocolate Gourami
Fish code No.1703
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The Chocolate gourami is an attractive little fish with a delicate appearance that often entices the fishkeeper to purchase. Although they are very peaceful, Chocolate Gouramies are also very delicate and need quite specific water and aquarium conditions so are best left to experienced aquarists. The aquarium should contain areas of dense vegetation and have good filtration and overall water quality. Soft water is essential for long-term health and strong treatments should be avoided.
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