Snakeskin Gourami Tropical Fish Information
Trichogaster pectoralisBehaviour Peaceful, timid
Typical size 16cm
Max size 20cm
Tank Area Middle, bottom
Min Tank Size 90cm
Temp Min: 24℃ Max: 28℃
Feeding Flake, frozen, live foods
pH Range 6-8.5
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Snakeskin Gourami (Trichogaster pectoralis)
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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.
Snakeskin Gourami Facts
Family Osphronemidae (Gouramies) | Synonyms Trichopodus pectoralis, Osphromenus trichopterus | Other names Snake-Skinned Gourami | Origin Asia: Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Vietnam | Breeding Bubble nester | Natural Water Conditions pH 6-8, very soft to soft | Natural Habitat Heavily vegetated shallow or slow moving waters, flooded forest areas. | Sexing Males have a pointed dorsal fin, females may have more orange fins
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