Fish Species
Three Spot Gourami
Trichopodus trichopterus
About
A hardy, adaptable gourami whose wild form has two visible body spots plus the eye as the 'third spot'. Selective breeding produced blue, gold, opaline and platinum forms. Adults can become territorial, particularly males.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Trichopodus trichopterus
Origin Region
Mainland Southeast Asia and Greater Sunda Islands
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Beginner
Max Size
15 cm | 5.9 in
Water Requirements
Southeast AsiaTemperature
24–28°C
pH
6–7.5
GH Hardness
3–12dGH
KH Alkalinity
2–8dKH
Min Tank Size
120L