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Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami
Origin: Northern India, Bangladesh
Climate: Tropical
Maximum Size: 5cm
Temperament: Easy
Diet: Omnivorous, readily accept most foods.
Breeding: Easy
Temperature Range: 72–82°F (22-27°C)
Preferred pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
Minimum Aquarium Size: 60l is the absolute minimum for a pair with no other fish present. Can be housed in a smaller aquarium as an individual.
Potential Tankmates: Small Tetra species are perfect tank mates. Various loaches and catfish are also compatible.
Care Level: Easy
The Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami is another beautiful strain of the naturally stunning Dwarf Gourami. With its visually striking neon blue bodies and vibrant red lines going across their bodies, there is no mistaking, this is one good looking fish. They look fantastic in a planted aquarium.
While we do regard these fish as suitable for community tanks, we must acknowledge their tendency to be territorial. Adequate space and hiding places must be provided to encourage a peaceful environment. It is also wise to avoid housing two males together in a smaller aquarium. Like other species from this family, it is common for them to target other long-finned fish like Betta. We recommend keeping a single male or a pair in aquariums 60l+ with lots of plants to provide the best environment. When keeping a pair, you can observe them swimming together in harmony.
Requiring little in the way of water flow, if you feel creative, you can set up some very interesting displays with lots of wood and large plants. This will provide the ideal environment for breeding. The reduced water movement allows for the bubble nest to be created for eggs to remain until the fry are free-swimming. For the best chance of success, we recommend reducing the water level in your aquarium to create a space above the water and below the hood. This is vital for fry to develop the labyrinth organ which is used for breathing air above the surface of the water.
The Sunset Gourami is quite possibly the most colourful gourami and guaranteed to brighten up any aquarium.
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