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Dwarf Gourami
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| Common name | Dwarf gourami |
| Scientific name | Colisa lalia |
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| Size | 2" (5cm) |
| Origin | India |
| Tank setup | Planted tank with gentle circulation and some floating plants |
| Compatibility | Normally peaceful, but may become territorial with other gouramies or similar fish. |
| Temperature | 22-28oC (72-82oF) |
| Water chemistry | Good water quality required, soft to medium hard, pH 6.5-7.5 |
| Feeding | Omnivorous, most foods accepted, include plenty of vegetable matter. |
| Sexing | Males are generally larger, and more colourful; females tend to be silvery. |
| Breeding | Bubble nest builder. Remove female after spawning.
The male will guard the eggs and fry, and should be removed when they are free swimming. |
| Comments |
Best kept in pairs in a peaceful, well planted aquarium. A variety of colour forms have been produced, including
'Blood red' (pictured), 'Neon blue', etc.
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