A good environment
- Recommended temperature
- 25 ~ 29°C
- Recommended pH
- 4.5 ~ 6.5
- Preferred water hardness
- Soft water
- Minimum aquarium
- 75L or more
A beginner-friendly fish guide
Chocolate Gourami
Chocolate Gourami
Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Gentle temperament; social. Check the planner before choosing tank mates.
Beginner level 1/5Extra careSpecialist care
Temperament & group size
Gentle temperament; Social.
For a comfortable group, keep at least 4.
Usually swims in the upper & middle.
Tank-mate notes
Adult shrimp may be attacked; take care with shrimp tank mates.
Baby shrimp may be eaten. A separate breeding tank is safer.
Check each combination carefully, especially when size or temperament differs.