🐟 Pearl Gourami – (Trichopodus leeri) – Peaceful Freshwater Gourami for Sale
The Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leeri) is one of the most beautiful and peaceful freshwater aquarium fish, loved for its shimmering pearl-like spots and elegant, flowing fins. Native to the slow-moving rivers, swamps, and peat bogs of Southeast Asia, this species is a calm and graceful swimmer, making it perfect for community tanks.
With their iridescent silver bodies covered in tiny white “pearls” and a distinct black horizontal stripe, Pearl Gouramis add a touch of elegance to any aquascape. Males develop vibrant orange-red coloring on the throat and chest during breeding, making them even more stunning.
🔎 Quick Facts – Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leeri)
😇 Behavior & Temperament
🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements
💧 Water Parameters – Pearl Gourami Care
🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous Gourami
📋 Pearl Gourami Care Overview Table
Feature | Details |
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🌍 Origin | Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo |
📏 Max Size | 4–5 inches (10–12 cm) |
😇 Temperament | Peaceful |
🏠 Tank Size | 30+ gallons |
⚗️ pH Range | 6.0–7.5 |
🌡️ Temperature | 77–82°F (25–28°C) |
🍽️ Diet | Omnivorous – flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods |
🎯 Ideal For | Community aquariums, planted tanks |
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