Fish Species

Licorice Gourami

Parosphromenus deissneri

About

A small blackwater labyrinth fish with striking blue-green fin markings. It is a specialist species for soft, acidic water and is best maintained in a quiet species-oriented setup.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Parosphromenus deissneri

Origin Region

Bangka Island, Indonesia

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Carnivore

Care Difficulty

Expert

Max Size

4 cm | 1.6 in

Water Requirements

Southeast Asia

Temperature

24–28°C

6–7.5

GH Hardness

3–12dGH

KH Alkalinity

2–8dKH

Min Tank Size

40L