OsphronemidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Trichopsis pumila 'Dwarf Croaking Gourami'
Trichopsis pumila
Origin: Southeast Asia
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)2–12 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)1–6 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 3.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 20 L
- Lifespan
- 3
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; males call and spar but rarely injure
About
Trichopsis pumila, the Dwarf Croaking Gourami, is a tiny (3 cm) gourami that produces audible croaking sounds during courtship and territory disputes. Beautiful blue-green colouration with red-edged fins. Perfect for nano tanks and planted biotopes.
Care Guide
Pairs or small groups. 20 L+ tank. Temperature 24–28°C, pH 6.0–7.5. Floating plants. Feed Artemia, micro-pellets. Sounds are audible outside the tank — charming for close-observation setups.
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