Species profile
Thick-lipped Gourami
Trichogaster labiosaThick-lipped Gourami (Trichogaster labiosa) is a solo centerpiece fish for a cycled 30+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 3.5 inches as an adult, 75-82°F water, pH 6-7.8, and beginner-friendly care. Keep only one per tank, and choose tankmates with matching water needs and low aggression.
Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
30 galMinimum tank
3.5 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.8
- GH
- 2-15 dGH
- KH
- 1-10 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 2/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 1/5
- Care difficulty
- 2/5
Planning Notes
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