Sparkling Gourami
Trichopsis pumila
Also known as: Sparkling Gourami, Pygmy Gourami, Croaking Gourami
Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 4 cm
- Min Tank
- 20 L
- Lifespan
- 4-6
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful, mild male competition
About
Trichopsis pumila is the smallest of the croaking gouramis, native to shallow, densely vegetated rice paddies and streams of Southeast Asia. The body is covered in iridescent blue-green and red-purple spots. Males are able to produce audible croaking sounds using their pectoral fins against their swim bladder — a truly remarkable trait for a 4cm fish.
Care Guide
Water: 24–28 °C, pH 6.0–7.5, soft to moderate (GH 3–12). Tank: 20 L minimum; dense planting, floating plants, gentle flow; labyrinth fish — surface air access. Feeding: Micro pellets, baby brine shrimp, Daphnia, bloodworm. Behaviour: Mostly peaceful; males may spar; keep 1 male with 2+ females. Compatibility: Compatible with small rasboras, pygmy corys, and nano shrimp.
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