Pearl Gourami

The Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leerii) is a medium sized, relatively peaceful gourami species native to Malaysia. It has attractive, opearl-coloured scales all along its body.

Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons

Maximum Fish Size: 4.5 inches

Water Temperature: 77F to 82F

Ideal pH: 5.5 - 7.5

Water Hardness: 2 - 30 dGH

Temperament: Generally Peaceful Top-Swimmer. Males may be aggressive towards other males once sexually mature.

Unless experienced with fish-in cycling, we always suggest cycling an aquarium BEFORE adding fish. Adding fish to a fresh, un-cycled aquarium can kill them rapidly. We offer free water testing at our physical location, and advice via email or call.