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Photo of: Paradise Gourami (Macropodus opercularis)
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Scientific Name(s): Macropodus opercularis, Labrus opercularis
Common Name(s): Paradise Gourami, Paradise Fish
Family: Belontiidae
Species Type: Labyrinth Fish
Maximum Size: 2.5 inches
Life Span: 6 years
Natural Habitat: East Asian Swamps
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
Tank Region: Middle to top of aquarium
Possible Tank Mates: A good community fish as long as two adult males do not share a tank.
Description: The paradise gourami is a beautiful and intelligent fish. It is available in a variety of colors such as blue, red and albino. The Paradise Gourami is generally a peaceful fish but two males may very well fisght to the death (much like Siamese Fighting Fish). This fish enjoys plenty of cover and does very well with live floating plants.
Temperature Range 61°F - 80°F
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65°F |
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75°F |
80°F |
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90°F |
| pH 5.0 |
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African Catfish
