Giant Gourami

Osphronemus goramy

Giant Gourami has a peaceful temperament.

PeacefulIntermediate – Advanced

Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.

Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 70 cm (≤ 27.6 in)
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced
Temperament: Peaceful
Temperature: 20–30 °C
pH: 6.5–8
GH: 5–25 dGH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 20 years

Care requirements

Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.

The listed lifespan is up to 20 years.

Water parameters

The temperature range for this fish is 20–30 °C. Compare it carefully with the aquarium target temperature instead of assuming every tropical community setup is suitable.

The pH range for this fish is 6.5–8. That points to a broad freshwater range, but stability is more important than sudden corrections.

The GH range for this fish is 5–25 dGH. That gives some flexibility, but sudden changes are usually more stressful than a stable value that is slightly imperfect.

Temperament and compatibility

As a peaceful fish, Giant Gourami is best kept with calm species that will not harass it or dominate the feeding area.

Feeding

As an omnivore, Giant Gourami should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Before adding this fish

Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs.
Keep pH stable within the listed range instead of making sudden corrections.
Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
Offer a varied diet that matches this species.

Similar fish profiles

Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.

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FAQ

How large does Giant Gourami get?

Giant Gourami reaches ≤ 70 cm (≤ 27.6 in). It needs specialist housing, long-term space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen companions.

Is Giant Gourami peaceful?

Yes. Giant Gourami is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.

What temperature is suitable for Giant Gourami?

The temperature range for this fish is 20 to 30 °C. Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs and avoid sudden temperature swings.