Trichogaster Leeri - Pearl Gourami

• Scientific Name: Trichogaster Leeri
• Common Name: Pearl Gourami
• Distribution & Habitat: Asia, Thailand, Malaysia
• Freshwater
• pH: 6.0 – 7.6
• Temperature: 24 °C to 30°C
• Adult size: 10 cm
• Life expectancy: 5+ years
• Sexual Dimorphism : Males have a longer dorsal fin and a more intense reddish coloration in the pectoral area that extends to their mouth. Females are larger than males.

The specimens we sell are approximately 3.5 cm long. It is a peaceful species that can become shy if kept with more aggressive fish, making it ideal for a community aquarium. Ideally, a school of 6 specimens should be kept for them to feel more comfortable. They tolerate a wide variety of water conditions, are quite hardy, and ideal for beginner aquarists.

To guarantee the excellence of your live animals and to meet the high volume of orders, some species may not be immediately available in stock, which may result in live animal shipments taking place within a window of 2 to 8 business days.