Opaline Gourami

Opaline Gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus)

A hardy and attractive colour variant of the Three-Spot Gourami, the Opaline Gourami displays a marbled blue and silver pattern across its body. With its labyrinth organ allowing it to gulp air from the surface, it's a fascinating and adaptable addition to community tanks.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 100L with plants and surface cover
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH Range: 6.0–8.0
• Water Hardness: Moderate
• Temperament: Generally peaceful, can be semi-aggressive with similar species
• Diet: Flakes, pellets, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
• Max Size: 10–12cm
• Lifespan: 4–6 years
• Care Level: Easy

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as tetras, barbs, and corydoras; avoid fin-nippers and very small, timid species.

Origin: Captive-bred colour variant (wild ancestors from Southeast Asia)