The Pearl Gourami is one of the most elegant and beautiful gouramis, covered in pearl-like spots and a distinctive black horizontal line across its body.
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The Pearl Gourami is one of the most elegant and beautiful gouramis, covered in pearl-like spots and a distinctive black horizontal line across its body.
Silvery body with pearl-like white spots and a black horizontal line. Long ventral fins, graceful swimming style.
5–8 years
Omnivore – flakes, pellets, live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia.
A breathtakingly beautiful gourami that makes an excellent centerpiece in community aquariums.
Easy to Moderate – needs stable conditions and planted environments.
30 gallons
6.0–7.5
5–15 dGH
77–82°F (25–28°C)
4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
Tetras, rasboras, corydoras, mollies, guppies, other peaceful species.
Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish like tiger barbs.
Trichopodus leerii
Osphronemidae
Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo
Peaceful shoaling fish. Can be kept in small groups.
Eats flakes, pellets, and live/frozen foods. A varied diet enhances coloration.
Bubble-nest builder; male guards eggs and fry.
Breed in a separate tank with floating plants. Male builds bubble nest and protects the eggs.
pH: 6.0–7.5, Temperature: 77–82°F (25–28°C).
Prone to bacterial infections and stress-related diseases if water quality is poor.
Peaceful, calm, and ideal for community tanks.
Very peaceful and slow-moving, prefers calm, planted tanks.
Pearl Gouramis are considered one of the most stunning gourami species. Their body is covered in white pearly spots with a black stripe running from head to tail. They are peaceful labyrinth fish, capable of breathing air directly, and thrive in planted community aquariums.