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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