Species profile
Pink Kissing Gourami
Helostoma temminckiiPink Kissing Gourami (Helostoma temminckii) is a large aquarium species for a cycled 75+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 12 inches as an adult, 72-82°F water, pH 6.8-8.5, and moderate care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.
Community leaningModerate care
75 galMinimum tank
12 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
72-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6.8-8.5
- GH
- 5-20 dGH
- KH
- 3-12 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Moderate
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 2/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore/aufwuchs
- Diet difficulty
- 2/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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