Dwarf Gourami
Scientific Name : Colisa lalia
Care Level : Easy, good for freshwater beginners with a tank that has completed the aquarium nitrogen cycle.
Size : 3 inches (8 cm)
pH : 6 – 8
Temperature : 77°F – 82°F (25°C – 28°C)
Water Hardness : 5° to 20° dH,
Life span : 3 – 4 years
Origin / Habitat : India
Temperament / Behavior : Mostly peaceful and hardy, they are good fish for beginners.
Breeding / Mating / Reproduction : Can be difficult. They build bubble nests for their eggs.
Tank Size : 10 gallon or larger.
Compatible Tank Mates : Many, given their usually peaceful nature. They may become slightly territorial if placed in a smaller tank with other Dwarfs.
Fish Disease : Freshwater Fish Disease – Diagnose, Symptoms and Treatment
Diet / Fish Food : Will eat flake, freeze dried and live foods. Vary their diet for optimum health.
Tank Region : Middle to top
Gender : Easy to determine. The male is more colorful while females are usually gray.
Gallery Photos : Dwarf Gourami Photos
More Common Names: Blue Dwarf Gourami, Sunset Gourami, Powder Blue Gourami, Neon Dwarf Gouramis
Originating in the waters of India, the Dwarf Gourami is not only beautiful but they can be particularly hardy as well. The male is more colorful while the females are less colorful. Usually the female Dwarf Gourami is gray in appearance. There are a couple of color varieties including the Blue and the Flame Red.
They make a great addition to a fully cycled community tank and are easy to care for. They should accept most fish food including flakes, freeze-dried, frozen and live foods.
If you notice the coloration on your dwarf gouramis starting to fade, try supplementing their diet with freeze dried blood worms or live foods once in a while. They are not picky eaters.
