Sparkling Gourami - Dwarf - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Sparkling Dwarf Gourami- In store pick up only

Scientific Name:Trichogaster lalius

Description: A colourful freshwater fish with a flattened body and delicate, feeler-like pelvic fins. Males typically display bright blue and red stripes, while females are generally silvery. Several captive-bred colour varieties are available.

Origin: South Asia; native to Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, inhabiting slow-moving, heavily vegetated waters.

pH: Approximately 6.0–7.5.

Temperature: Around 24–28°C.

Adult Size: Approximately 6–9 cm.

Lifespan: Approximately 3–5 years.

Food: Quality tropical flakes or small pellets, supplemented with frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworms. Include some vegetable-based foods.

Compatibility: Generally peaceful with small, calm community fish. Males can become territorial towards other gouramis, particularly in smaller aquariums. Avoid aggressive fish and fin-nippers.

Habitat: A well-filtered aquarium with gentle water movement, dense plants, floating vegetation and open swimming areas. Provide access to the surface for breathing and a fitted lid with an air gap above the water. Avoid putting with much larger fish, including giant Gourami's.