Apricot Gourami (Colisa labiosa)

🍑 Apricot Gourami (Colisa labiosa)

Also known as Thick-Lipped Gourami

Brighten up your freshwater aquarium with the elegant and peaceful Apricot Gourami, a stunning color morph of the Thick-Lipped Gourami (Colisa labiosa). With its soft apricot-orange body, iridescent sheen, and graceful movement, this fish brings both beauty and tranquility to any community setup.

Key Features:

• 🍊 Unique apricot coloration with a gentle shimmer

• 🐠 Peaceful and social – ideal for calm community tanks

• 📏 Reaches 3–4 inches in length

• 🌡️ Ideal temperature: 75°F–82°F (24°C–28°C)

• 💧 pH range: 6.0–7.5

Behavior & Compatibility:
Apricot Gouramis are known for their calm demeanor and curious personality. They do well in peaceful community aquariums with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Males may display brighter colors and mild territorial behavior, especially during breeding.

Tank Requirements:

• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons

• Substrate: Fine gravel or sand

• Decor: Live plants, driftwood, and gentle filtration

• Diet: Omnivorous – accepts flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods

Perfect for beginner and experienced aquarists alike, the Apricot Gourami adds a warm, tropical charm to your tank with minimal care requirements. A beautiful choice for planted aquariums or tranquil nano communities!