The Sparkling Gourami is a tiny, iridescent fish known for its shimmering scales and unique croaking sounds produced during social interactions.
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The Sparkling Gourami is a tiny, iridescent fish known for its shimmering scales and unique croaking sounds produced during social interactions.
Small, slender body with glittering blue-green iridescence, red-brown stripes, and transparent fins speckled with color.
4–5 years
Omnivore – accepts micro-pellets, finely crushed flakes, and small live/frozen foods.
A delightful nano fish with stunning coloration and unique croaking behavior, ideal for planted tanks.
Easy to moderate – suitable for nano aquariums with stable water conditions.
10 gallons
6.0–7.5
5–15 dGH
76–82°F (24–28°C)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
Small rasboras, shrimp, snails, ember tetras.
Avoid large or aggressive fish that may prey on them.
Trichopsis pumila
Osphronemidae
Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
Peaceful community fish; best kept in small groups.
Offer finely crushed flakes, micro-pellets, baby brine shrimp, and daphnia.
Bubble-nest builder; males build small nests and guard eggs.
Males build tiny bubble nests among floating plants. Fry require infusoria as a first food.
pH: 6.0–7.5, Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C).
Prone to stress if kept with aggressive tank mates; can suffer from Ich in poor conditions.
Peaceful and social, though males may display mild territorial behavior.
Peaceful and shy but active in planted aquariums. Males may spar but rarely cause harm.
The Sparkling Gourami, also known as the Pygmy Gourami, is one of the smallest gourami species. Its shimmering, iridescent scales make it a beautiful choice for nano tanks. Unlike most fish, it produces audible croaking sounds when interacting. They thrive in heavily planted tanks with gentle filtration.