Pearl Gourami Care Guide
Trichopodus leerii · Easy care · 30 gallon minimum
A graceful, mother-of-pearl gourami that stays peaceful and elegant in a roomy community tank.
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How big does a pearl gourami get?
A pearl gourami (Trichopodus leerii) reaches about 4.5 inches as an adult. Plan tank size and tank mates around the adult size, not the small fish you buy at the store.
Tank size & setup
Give a pearl gourami a minimum of 30 gallons, with water at 77–82°F and a pH of 6–7.5. As a easy-care, omnivore species, a stable, cycled tank with the right diet keeps them healthiest.
Good tank mates
Pair a pearl gourami with peaceful species that share its temperature and pH range. Compatible options include:
- Neon Tetra — 1.5", 10g min
- Guppy — 2.0", 10g min
- Molly — 4.0", 20g min
- Platy — 2.5", 10g min
- Zebra Danio — 2.0", 10g min
About the pearl gourami
The pearl gourami is a species of gourami native to Southeast Asia.
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