Pearl Gourami Aquarium Care Guide
Trichopodus leeri
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: beginner
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (114 liters)
- Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized species. Avoid fin-nippers or overly aggressive tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots and floating vegetation. A tightly fitting lid is essential as they are known to jump. Gentle filtration is preferred, as they do not appreciate strong currents. They benefit from a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 75-82°F (24-28°C)
- pH level
- 6.0-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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