Chocolate Gourami
Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Chocolate Gourami is a middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in)
- Aquarium size
- 120 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate – Advanced
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 25–28 °C
- pH
- 4–6
- GH
- 2–10 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 8 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 8 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 120 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 25–28 °C, pH 4–6, GH 2–10 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Chocolate Gourami needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Chocolate Gourami should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Indonesia, Malaysia.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 120 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Chocolate Gourami get?
Chocolate Gourami reaches ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in).
What aquarium size does Chocolate Gourami need?
Use an aquarium of at least 120 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length.
Is Chocolate Gourami peaceful?
Chocolate Gourami needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Chocolate Gourami?
Keep it between 25 to 28 °C.