20 gallons (80 litres) for a single fish. A 40-gallon tank or larger is required for a small group.
Temperature: 25°C to 28°C (77°F to 82°F).
Ph: 6.0-7.5
Ammonia: 0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 0-20
Kh: 5-15
Perform regular water changes to prevent the build-up of harmful toxins like ammonia, nitrite, and nitrates.
Dense live plants and floating species are critical to provide shade and security. Dark substrate best accentuates their iridescent pearl-like spots.
Omnivorous and can eat High-quality tropical flakes or floating pellets. Supplement with bloodworms, brine shrimp, and Daphnia and occasional blanched spinach, cooked peas, or romaine lettuce.
Keep them singly or in small groups with a ratio of one male to multiple females. Males can become territorial toward other males Peaceful community species like Neon Tetras, Harlequin Rasboras, Corydoras Catfish, and Cherry Barbs. Fast-moving fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs will damage the gourami's long pelvic fins. Avoid aggressive cichlids or more aggressive gourami species like the Three-Spot Gourami.