Pearl Gourami
Moderatefreshwater
Overview
The pearl gourami is a species of gourami native to Southeast Asia.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 23–28°C (73–82°F) |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| Adult Size | 12 cm (4.7 in) |
| Min Tank | 30 gallons |
| Lifespan | 4–5 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Omnivore — flake food, frozen bloodworms, blanched vegetables
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: *Trichopodus leerii (Bleeker, 1852) * — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Pearl Gourami — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (73–82°F)
- pH range
- 6.0–8.0
- Adult size
- 12 cm (4.7 in)
- Lifespan
- 4–5 years
- Origin
- Member of family Osphronemidae, order Perciformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Omnivore —flake foodfrozen bloodwormsblanched vegetables