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Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna)

Honey Gourami

Trichogaster chuna

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A gentle gourami that can be kept singly, in a pair or in a small group. Appreciates floating plants and calm water.

Adult size
2 in
Smallest tank
10 gal
Keep them in groups of
1+
Temperature
72–82 °F
pH · hardness
6–7.5 · 4–15 dGH
Food
Omnivore: flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailGhost ShrimpBetta (male)Ember Tetra

Think twice about

Cherry Shrimp — shrimp it would huntBlue Dream Shrimp — shrimp it would huntCrystal Red Shrimp — shrimp it would huntTiger Shrimp — shrimp it would hunt

Easy plants for the same tank

Dwarf Water LettuceSalviniaAmazon FrogbitDuckweedRed Root FloaterAnubias Nana Petite

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.