Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
What you need to keep a Dwarf Gourami
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pH
6–7.5
Temperature
24–28 °C
Where to buy
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What Dwarf Gourami costs in South Africa
12 price points from 7 shops over 90 days
R50
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SA median R100 across 7 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Dwarf Gourami is a small labyrinth fish, with males displaying stunning iridescent red and blue vertical stripes. They are generally peaceful but males can be territorial towards each other, so it's best to keep a single male or a pair. They appreciate a well-planted tank with gentle water flow.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Dwarf Gourami healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Dwarf Gourami's adult size and activity level. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 24–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Dwarf Gourami depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R65–125 · Average: R78
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