The Red Tail Giant Gourami is a rare and beautiful species of giant gourami, recognized by its distinctive reddish-orange tail and large adult size.
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The Red Tail Giant Gourami is a rare and beautiful species of giant gourami, recognized by its distinctive reddish-orange tail and large adult size.
Large-bodied fish with a distinctive reddish-orange tail and robust build.
15–20 years
Omnivore – consumes pellets, vegetables, fruits, live and frozen foods.
A rare and stunning giant gourami species, best suited for advanced aquarists with massive setups.
Difficult – needs very large tanks or ponds with strong filtration.
200 gallons (or pond)
6.5–8.0
5–25 dGH
72–86°F (22–30°C)
20–24 inches (50–60 cm)
Other large fish like big catfish, arowana, pacu, giant barbs (in huge aquariums/ponds).
Avoid small or weak fish, as they may be eaten or bullied.
Osphronemus laticlavius
Osphronemidae
Borneo and Sumatra, Indonesia
Semi-aggressive; interacts with humans but territorial with fish.
Provide pellets, vegetables, fruits, and occasional live/frozen foods.
Nest builder; males build nests and guard aggressively.
Requires ponds or very large aquariums. Male builds nests and defends them aggressively.
pH: 6.5–8.0, Temperature: 72–86°F (22–30°C).
Can develop parasitic or bacterial infections if water quality is poor.
Semi-aggressive; territorial as adults, especially males.
Semi-aggressive, territorial as adults; intelligent and interactive.
The Red Tail Giant Gourami, scientifically known as Osphronemus laticlavius, is a rare species admired for its reddish tail and large body size. Growing up to 24 inches or more, it requires extremely spacious aquariums or ponds. Intelligent and personable, it bonds with keepers but needs strong tankmates and lots of space.