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Trichogaster leeri Pearl Gourami
Trichogaster leeri
Origin: Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Sumatra)
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)3–12 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)0–6 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 12 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 4–6
- Swimming Level
- top
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; males may spar briefly
About
Trichogaster leeri (Pearl Gourami) is arguably the most beautiful gourami species, displaying a complex lace pattern of white pearl-like spots over the entire body and vivid orange-red throat in males.
Care Guide
pH 6.0–7.5, temp 24–28°C. Peaceful and suited for community tanks. Males display dramatically during breeding. Floating plants for bubble nest building.
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