Noble Gourami
Ctenops nobilis
Also known as: Noble Gourami, Frail Gourami
Origin: South Asia
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 8 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 3-5
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful and shy
About
Ctenops nobilis is a fragile and rarely kept mouthbrooding gourami native to the wetlands and slow rivers of eastern India and Bangladesh. Its iridescent scales and unique mouthbrooding reproductive strategy make it a fascinating subject for the specialist aquarist. It requires soft, slightly acidic water and a quiet, well-planted environment.
Care Guide
Water: temp 24–28°C, pH 5.5–7.0, soft and slightly acidic. Tank: minimum 80L; heavily planted and quiet; avoid turbulent flow. Feeding: carnivore — live and frozen invertebrates; may refuse dry foods initially. Behaviour: peaceful and shy; males mouthbrood eggs and fry. Compatibility: suitable with small, gentle fish; avoid boisterous or nippy tankmates.
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