Fish Database: Snakeskin Gourami - Trichogaster pectoralis
Aquarium requirements
Aquarium suitability: 4/5
Sociability rating: 8/10
Area of tank: Middle, bottom
Aquarium water conditions: 6-8.5, vs,s,m,h,vh
Temperature: 24 - 28C
Feeding: Flake, frozen, live foods
Minimum tank size: 90cm
Min / Max number in tank:
Fish fact file
Family: Osphronemidae (Gouramies)
Synonyms: Trichopodus pectoralis, Osphromenus trichopterus
Other common names: Snake-Skinned Gourami
Origin: Asia: Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Vietnam
Natural habitat: Heavily vegetated shallow or slow moving waters, flooded forest areas.
Size: 20cm
Behavior: Peaceful, timid
Breeding: Bubble nester
Natural water conditions: pH 6-8, very soft to soft
Sexing: Males have a pointed dorsal fin, females may have more orange fins
Snakeskin Gourami
Fish code No.1710
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The Snakeskin Gourami may not be as brightly coloured as some tropical fish but it has a certain charm and is well suited to a community of other gouramies or medium sized peaceful fish. The aquarium should be well planted to provide plenty of hiding spots. Although not a fast grower, the Snakeskin Gourami can reach up to 20cm so it is best to avoid mixing with very small fish. A peaceful and relatively hardy fish.
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