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Blue gourami
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Blue gourami

Blue gouramis, also known as three spot gouramis, are freshwater fish popular in the aquarium hobby. They are characterized by their silvery-blue coloration, two prominent spots (one mid-body and one near the tail), and their eye as the third spot. These fish are relatively hardy and can be a good choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

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Tank-Mate Compatibility

Compatibility data for Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius)

Temperature

7282°F

pH Range

67.5

Min Tank Size

10 gal

Temperament

peaceful

All Species Compatibility

Compatible

Neon Tetra

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Guppy

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Incompatible

Betta

Both are labyrinth fish and may see each other as rivals.

Compatible

Corydoras

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Angelfish

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Molly

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Platy

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Swordtail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Cherry Barb

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Harlequin Rasbora

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Bristlenose Pleco

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Otocinclus

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Cherry Shrimp

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Amano Shrimp

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Nerite Snail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Mystery Snail

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Tiger Barb

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Danio

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Rainbowfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Compatible

Clown Loach

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

African Cichlid

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Caution

American Cichlid

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Caution

Knifefish

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Goldfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

Caution

Puffer

Semi-aggressive species — monitor for aggression.

Compatible

Catfish

Both peaceful species, generally compatible.

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