Sparkling Gourami
Trichopsis pumila
What you need to keep a Sparkling Gourami
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pH
6–7.5
Temperature
24–28 °C
Where to buy
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What Sparkling Gourami costs in South Africa
6 price points from 5 shops over 90 days
R35
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SA median R45 across 5 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Sparkling Gourami, or Pygmy Gourami, is a tiny labyrinth fish with iridescent scales that sparkle with blue and red hues and has bright blue eyes. They are known for making an audible croaking or clicking sound. They are perfect for a nano planted tank and are best kept in small groups.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Sparkling Gourami healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Sparkling 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. Keep it in a group for natural behaviour.
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 Sparkling 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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SA price range this month: R35–45 · Average: R43
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