Dwarf Gourami
A colorful centerpiece fish for a calm community aquarium. Dwarf gouramis do best in stable, clean water with gentle tank mates and a planted environment.
tankSize
60L (15 gal) minimum
careLevel
Beginner to Intermediate
temperature
24 to 28C
temperament
Peaceful to semi-territorial
diet
Flakes/pellets plus occasional frozen foods
lifespan
3 to 5 years
aloneOrCommunity
Community (choose tank mates carefully)
weeklyMaintenance
Partial water changes and basic cleaning
Best for
- People who want a colorful focal fish
- Planted community tanks with calm tank mates
- Owners who can keep water stable and clean
- Homes that enjoy a more relaxed aquarium
Not ideal for
- Very aggressive or fast-moving community tanks
- New tanks with unstable water parameters
- Overstocked tanks
- People who want a very low-effort pet
Temperament
- Calm and curious
- May defend a preferred area
- Often does best with gentle companions
Daily routine
feeding: Feed small amounts once or twice daily.
check: Watch for normal breathing and relaxed swimming.
enrichment: Plants and gentle flow help reduce stress.
Living fit
smallHome: Great in a stable, medium-sized planted tank.
kids: A beautiful fish to observe with a simple routine.
firstTimeOwner: Good if you commit to cycling and basic water testing.
Health notes
- Stable, clean water is important for long-term health.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes and poor water quality.
- Quarantine new fish when possible.
Cost and time
time: Low daily time, weekly maintenance required.
cost: Moderate setup cost. Ongoing costs are low.
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