Trichopodus trichopterus
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What to know before you buy.
The base species behind the gold, blue, opaline and platinum gouramis sold under separate names — all are colour forms of one fish. Males become territorial with age and need space and cover.
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Everything you need to keep Three Spot Gourami healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 120L aquarium suits Three Spot Gourami. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–8 and 23–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Three Spot Gourami is omnivore — flake, pellet, frozen. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Three Spot Gourami is generally semi-aggressive; males territorial. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized semi-aggressive; males territorial tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Three Spot Gourami vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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