{"product_id":"gold-gourami-trichogaster-trichopterus","title":"Gold Gourami - Trichogaster Trichopterus","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGold Gourami – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Gourami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a hardy and colourful freshwater labyrinth fish with a warm golden body, elegant feeler-like pelvic fins and a confident personality. This domesticated colour form of the Three Spot Gourami is a popular choice for larger community aquariums, especially planted setups with open swimming space and calm surface areas. It is generally robust and easy to feed, but adult males can become territorial, so tank mates and aquarium size should be chosen carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gold Gourami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Golden Gourami, Three Spot Gourami, Blue Gourami, Opaline Gourami, Cosby Gourami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder \/ Trade Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrichogaster trichopterus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain \/ Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gold colour strain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Labyrinth Fish \/ Gourami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is native to Southeast Asia, where wild forms occur in slow-moving or still freshwater habitats such as marshes, floodplains, canals, ponds, ditches and heavily vegetated waters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gold Gourami is a captive-bred aquarium strain rather than a wild colour form. In the aquarium, it does best in a planted setup with open swimming space, floating plants, gentle flow and shaded areas. Like other labyrinth fish, it can breathe atmospheric air, so it must always have access to the water surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Gouramis have a deep, laterally compressed body with long thread-like pelvic fins used to feel their surroundings. Colour is usually yellow, gold, cream-gold or orange-gold, sometimes with subtle marbling, darker spotting or pale patterning depending on the individual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Males often have a more pointed dorsal fin and slimmer body, while females are usually fuller-bodied with a rounder dorsal fin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a suitable fish for larger peaceful to semi-active freshwater communities. Gold Gouramis are hardy and adaptable, but they should not be treated as small nano fish. Adults need space, cover and suitable tank mates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are best kept in mature aquariums with stable water quality, plants and gentle to moderate filtration. Avoid very strong surface turbulence, as they naturally spend time near the surface and appreciate calmer areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practical minimum is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120 litres for a single adult or compatible pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with larger aquariums preferred for community setups or groups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales can be territorial, especially towards other gouramis or similar surface-dwelling fish. If keeping more than one, provide plenty of space, plants and visual barriers. Avoid keeping multiple males in small aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stable water quality is important. Provide warm air above the water surface by avoiding cold draughts over the aquarium. Gentle surface access is essential, as gouramis use their labyrinth organ to breathe air. Avoid sudden temperature changes, poor water quality and very turbulent flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Gouramis are generally peaceful when young, but adults can become territorial, especially males. They are usually manageable in a spacious community aquarium but may bully very timid fish or spar with other gouramis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tank mates include medium-sized peaceful tetras, rasboras, larger danios, peaceful barbs, rainbowfish, corydoras, bristlenose plecos, loaches with caution and other robust community fish. Avoid fin-nippers, aggressive cichlids, very tiny fish, delicate slow feeders, male bettas and multiple similar gouramis in cramped aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Gouramis are omnivorous and easy to feed. Offer quality tropical flakes, small pellets and floating gourami foods as the staple diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, brineshrimp, mosquito larvae and small insect-based foods. Include some vegetable matter such as spirulina flakes or algae-based foods to support digestion and overall condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species spends much of its time in the middle and upper levels of the aquarium, exploring plants, open water and surface areas. The long pelvic fins are used like feelers to investigate objects, food and tank mates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMales may build bubble nests at the surface, especially among floating plants. During breeding behaviour, males can become more defensive of a chosen area and may chase other fish away from the nest site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide a secure lid, as gouramis can jump when startled. Floating plants, tall background plants and broken lines of sight help reduce stress and territorial behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not keep Gold Gouramis in small aquariums with delicate fish. They are best planned as medium-sized adult gouramis rather than small community fillers. Watch for aggression between males, and ensure all fish can feed comfortably. Keep the water warm and stable, with access to calm surface air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to intermediate freshwater aquarists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon \/ Captive-bred aquarium strain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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