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Honey Gourami

Trichogaster chuna

Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is a community species for a cycled 10+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 2 inches as an adult, 74-80°F water, pH 6-7.5, and beginner-friendly care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.

Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
Honey Gourami, a community leaning 2 inch aquarium species for 10+ gallon tanks
10 galMinimum tank
2 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6-7.5
GH
3-15 dGH
KH
1-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
1/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
1/5

Planning Notes

gentle flowgentle surface flowfry predatorsafe with adult shrimp

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