Pearl Gourami - (Trichopodus leeri)

🐟 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)

• 📛 Common Name: Pearl Gourami
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Trichopodus leeri
• 🌍 Origin: Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo
• 🎨 Appearance: Silver body with white pearl-like spots and black horizontal stripe; males have reddish-orange throats
• 📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
• 💎 Availability: Captive-bred freshwater gourami for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🐟 Peaceful, ideal for community tanks
• 🤝 Can be kept with other non-aggressive fish of similar size
• 🌿 Enjoys swimming among tall plants and open spaces
• 🪶 Labyrinth fish – can breathe atmospheric air

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
• 🌿 Provide live or artificial plants for cover
• 🪵 Include driftwood, caves, and gentle water flow
• 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance pearl pattern

💧 Water Parameters – Pearl Gourami Care

• 🌡️ Temperature: 77–82°F (25–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
• 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous Gourami

• 🦐 Live or frozen foods: brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
• 🌾 High-quality flake or pellet foods
• 🥬 Occasional vegetable matter such as blanched spinach or zucchini

📋 Pearl Gourami Care Overview Table

✨ Highlight:

• The Pearl Gourami is a peaceful, elegant, and visually striking fish that thrives in well-planted community aquariums, offering a calm and graceful presence alongside its shimmering beauty.