Trichopsis Pumila - Pygmy Gourami

• Scientific Name: Trichopsis Pumila
• Common Name: Pygmy Gourami
• Distribution & Habitat: Asia: Mekong River, Laos, Vietnam
• Freshwater
• pH: 5.0 – 7.6
• Temperature: 22 °C to 28°C
• Adult size: 4 cm
• Life expectancy: 5+ years
• Sexual Dimorphism : Sexually mature males typically display a more intense color pattern and develop longer ventral, anal, dorsal, and caudal fins than females. Sexually mature individuals can also be sexed by placing a strong light behind the fish, with the ovaries in females clearly visible below the swim bladder.

The specimens we sell are approximately 2cm.

They are best kept in pairs or small groups, alone or with very peaceful species of similar size, as much larger or more vigorous tank mates are likely to intimidate and overpower them. Small species such as Microdevario , Boraras , or Trigonostigma spp. are good choices, as are small loaches like Pangio or Petruichthys .

Some aquarists have reported that this species hunts small freshwater shrimp of genera such as Caridina and Neocaridina .

To guarantee the excellence of your live animals and due to the high volume of orders, some species may not be immediately available in stock, which could lead to delays in shipping. of the living happen within a window of 2 to 8 business days.