Our Guide To Keeping Pearl Gourami Fish
-
About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Trichopodus leerii
- Common name: Pearl Gourami
- Family: Osphronemidae
- Origin: Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia
- Adult length: 10 to 12 cm
- Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
-
Tank Setup:
- Pearl Gouramis prefer a well-planted aquarium with floating vegetation to create shaded areas. A tank size of at least 75 litres is recommended.
- Include driftwood and rocks to provide hiding spots and simulate their natural environment.
-
Water Parameters:
- Pearl Gouramis thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
- Maintain a water temperature between 24 to 29°C (75 to 84°F).
-
Filtration and Water Flow:
- Use a gentle filtration system to avoid strong water currents, as Pearl Gouramis prefer calm or slow-flowing water.
-
Diet:
- Pearl Gouramis are omnivores and enjoy a varied diet. Include high-quality flake or pellet food as well as live or frozen options like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia.
- Feed them multiple small meals throughout the day to mimic their natural feeding behavior.
-
Tank mates:
- Pearl Gouramis are generally peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive community fish such as tetras, rasboras, and other gourami species.
- Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping tank mates that may stress or harm them.
-
Behavior and Compatibility:
- Pearl Gouramis exhibit interesting behaviors, including bubble nest building by males. They can be kept in pairs or small groups.
- Provide floating plants for the males to build bubble nests, which is a part of their reproductive behavior.
Write a Review
Riverpark Aquatics
Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leerii) 6-7cm
Livestock Shipping
Our shipping is £20 on orders of livestock over £20, order below that amount will have a £5 surcharge due to the costs involved. Before placing an order with us, please remember to do your own research and make sure that the species you are ordering are all compatible together (if going into the same tank). We do not take any responsibility for fish being mix incorrectly. If you are still unsure after doing your own research then please get in touch with us and we can give you our own opinion.
Once an order is placed, we will be in touch with you as soon as possible to confirm a delivery date. Our shipping days are Monday-Thursday, once dispatched the order should be with you by 1pm the next day. A Saturday delivery can be done but there will be a surcharge, please get in touch with us if looking to arrange this. If on the rare occasion our courier does not deliver on time, please let us know and we will find out how soon you can expect the order to be received.
Our DOA policy
In the unfortunate event any fish are DOA (Dead On Arrival) we will need clear photographic evidence of the fish still sealed in the original bag within 30 minutes of delivery, the photos can be sent to our email address info@riverparkaquatics.co.uk or to our Facebook page.
As long as the evidence of DOA has been satisfactory, we will either offer you a refund or credit/replacements for your next order with us. No cost of the shipping or packaging will be refunded by us and are an expense of the buyer. A replacement can be sent out by itself but the buyer will have to cover the cost of shipping.
Health Concerns
If there are any concerns of the livestock arriving in ill health, we must be notified within 30 minutes of receiving the delivery, we do not take responsibility for any issues that appear after the fish have been acclimated to your tank.
Stock Variation
Many of our photos do not show the exact fish that we have in stock, as such colours and sizes may vary. Feel free to inquire regarding the stock that we have in currently.
