Bring peaceful beauty and elegant movement to your freshwater aquarium with the stunning Blue Gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus), also known as the Three Spot Gourami. Named for its shimmering blue-silver body and the two visible spots along its sides (with the eye acting as the third), this fish is both a visual standout and a hardy, adaptable addition to community tanks.
Known for their peaceful yet curious personalities, Blue Gouramis make excellent centrepiece fish for medium to large aquariums.
š Key Features:
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Gorgeous Iridescent Colour: Soft blue to silvery tones with subtle patterning that catches the light beautifully.
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Peaceful Temperament: Calm and slow-moving, Blue Gouramis are perfect for peaceful community tanks.
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Labyrinth Fish: Can breathe atmospheric air thanks to a special labyrinth organāmeaning they can tolerate lower oxygen levels.
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Intelligent & Interactive: Known to recognize their owners and explore their surroundings curiously.
š Species Info:
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Scientific Name: Trichopodus trichopterus
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Common Name: Blue Gourami / Three Spot Gourami
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Adult Size: Up to 12ā15 cm
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Lifespan: 4 to 6 years
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Minimum Tank Size: 80L for a single, larger for community setups
š§ Water & Tank Requirements:
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Temperature: 24Ā°C ā 28Ā°C
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pH Range: 6.0 ā 8.0
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Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
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Tank Setup: Include live plants, open swimming areas, and floating cover for natural behaviour. Gentle flow preferred.
š½ Diet:
Blue Gouramis are omnivorous and not picky eaters. Offer a balanced diet of:
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High-quality flakes or floating pellets
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Live or frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia)
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Occasional veggie-based foods like spirulina or blanched spinach
š¤ Ideal Tank Mates:
Blue Gouramis are generally peaceful, especially when kept singly or in a peaceful group. Good companions include:
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Tetras
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Mollies
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Swordtails
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Corydoras
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Loaches
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Larger peaceful barbs
ā Avoid: Fin-nipping or aggressive species. Also avoid keeping multiple males in small tanks, as they can become territorial.
šļø Why Choose Aquatic Pets SA?
āļø Healthy, acclimated Blue Gouramis ready for South African aquariums
āļø Carefully packed for live arrival
āļø Fast delivery across SA
āļø Friendly support for tank setup and fish compatibility
Add graceful movement, subtle beauty, and a touch of personality to your aquarium with the Blue Gourami. Whether youāre starting a peaceful community setup or upgrading your existing tank, this fish offers both elegance and ease of care.
š Order yours today from Aquatic Pets SA ā where quality meets care!
