Gouramis can be very aggressive with each other, and it is recommended to keep a group of six or more in larger tanks. Typically, these fish do best in pairs or schools of their own kind as they usually live in family groups. Outsiders may not be accepted, but they are generally peaceful toward other small gentle fish.
Chocolate Gourami
£18.00
Description
Chocolate Gouramis, Sphaerichthys vaillanti, are known for their gentle and shy nature. They are tropical freshwater fish that should only be kept by owners who are willing to provide the special care this species requires. It is a fascinating species to keep despite its rigid requirements in tankmates, diet, breeding, and water quality.
Its common name refers to the dark chocolate brown colour, which can vary slightly from reddish-brown to greenish-brown. Three to five yellow-white stripes run vertically through the body. The fins are long and edged in yellow, with the caudal fin slightly forked. They have a flat, oval-shaped body, small head, and pointed mouth.
They tend to be slow-moving and will easily be intimidated or outcompeted for food by larger or more boisterous tankmates. Their habitat should be well planted with live plants, including floating plants to maintain partial light.
As omnivores, they will accept most foods but they do require a well-balanced diet to remain healthy.
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Here at Wholesale Tropicals, we have an excellent variety of tropical and freshwater fish available to choose from in our friendly and welcoming fish store on Bethnal Green Road, London. Established for over 50 years, we are a family run aquarium fish shop that caters for all, from the novice to the expert, and free help and advice is given anytime.
