Sparkling Pygmy Gourami 2cm

The Sparkling Gourami (Trichopsis pumila), also known as Pygmy Gourami, is a small freshwater fish native to the ponds, slow rivers and rice fields of Southeast Asia. It is a member of the Osphronemidae family and the Anabantiformes order.

These Gouramis are very small and usually live up to 5 years. However, in good aquarium conditions they may sometimes live longer.

They belong to the anabantiformes order – also known as labyrinth fish.

Fish in this group have a special labyrinth breathing organ that allows them to take in oxygen straight from the air, instead of the way most fish get oxygen which is dissolved in the surrounding water.

• Species – Trichopsis pumila
• Common Name – Sparkling Gourami, Pygmy Gourami
• Origin – ISoutheast Asia
• Diet – Omnivore, eats algae
• PH Range – 6.0 – 7.5
• Water Type – Soft
• Temperature – Tropical 22°c – 28°c
• Breed Type – Egglayer, bubble nest
• Current Size – approximately 4cm (Grows to approximately 4cm)
• Sex – Un-sexed