Pearl Gourami
Trichopodus leeri
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pH
6.5–8
Temperature
24–29 °C
Where to buy
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What Pearl Gourami costs in South Africa
5 price points from 4 shops over 90 days
R55
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SA median R100 across 4 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Considered one of the most beautiful and peaceful gouramis, the Pearl Gourami is covered in an intricate, pearl-like pattern. They are hardy and graceful, making a fantastic centerpiece fish for a peaceful community aquarium. Males develop a deep red throat and chest, adding to their beauty.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Pearl Gourami healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Pearl Gourami's adult size and activity level. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 24–29°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 Pearl 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: R95–125 · Average: R109
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