Skip to content
Welcome to Sydney City Aquarium!
Welcome to Sydney City Aquarium!
Opaline gourami - Trichopodus trichopterus

Opaline gourami - Trichopodus trichopterus

by Sydney City Aquarium
10.00 AUD - 20.00 AUD
20.00 AUD
10.00 AUD - 20.00 AUD
20.00 AUD

Bring Home the Stunning Opaline Gourami – Trichopodus trichopterus

Add elegance and personality to your freshwater aquarium with the Opaline Gourami—a hardy, eye-catching species known for its marbled blue coloration and graceful swimming style. Sourced at 6+ cm size, these young adults are ready to thrive in a well-maintained community tank.

Scientific Name: Trichopodus trichopterus
Common Name: Opaline Gourami
Current Size: 6+ cm
Adult Size: Up to 15 cm (6 inches)
Temperament: Generally peaceful; may show mild territorial behavior, especially among males

Ideal Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)

  • pH Range: 6.0–8.0

  • Water Hardness: 5–35 dGH

  • Minimum Tank Size: 80 liters (20 gallons)

  • Tank Setup: Well-planted with open swimming areas, gentle filtration, and secure lid (they may jump)

Feeding:
Opaline Gouramis are omnivores and undemanding when it comes to diet.

  • Staple Diet: Quality flake or pellet food

  • Treats: Live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia

  • Feeding Schedule: 1–2 times per day; remove uneaten food within 2–3 minutes

This adaptable species is ideal for community aquariums and adds a serene yet vibrant presence. With proper care, Opaline Gouramis live up to 6 years and become interactive, even recognizing their keepers.