Fish Species
Chocolate Gourami
Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
About
A specialized blackwater gourami with a chocolate-brown body and pale vertical bands. It requires soft, acidic, warm water, calm tankmates and excellent water quality.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Origin Region
Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Expert
Max Size
6 cm | 2.4 in
Water Requirements
Southeast AsiaTemperature
24–28°C
pH
6–7.5
GH Hardness
3–12dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–8dKH
Min Tank Size
75L