Honey Gourami
BeginnerPeaceful

Honey Gourami

Trichogaster chuna

Family: Osphronemidae

🌿By Mr. WangUpdated Dec 2025

Honey Gouramis are one of the most peaceful and underrated aquarium fish. They're hardier than Dwarf Gouramis and display beautiful honey-gold coloration.

10G+
Min Tank Size
2"
Max Size
4+
Years Lifespan
72-82
°F Temp Range

Water Parameters

Temperature

60°F72 - 82°F100°F

pH Level

5.06 - 7.510.0

Hardness (dGH)

04 - 15 dGH30

Care Tips

More peaceful and hardy than Dwarf Gouramis. Can keep pairs or small groups. Provide floating plants for security.

Feeding

Omnivore. Accept all foods readily. Will eat small surface insects.

Breeding

Bubble nest builder. Easier to breed than Dwarf Gouramis. Male cares for eggs and fry.

📚 Sources: Care parameters based on SeriouslyFish, FishBase, and Aquarium Co-Op. Personal observations from the author's 5+ years of fishkeeping experience.

Tank Size Compatibility

5 Gallon
Too Small
10 Gallon
Suitable
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20 Gallon
Suitable
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40 Gallon
Suitable
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Best Aquascaping Styles for Honey Gourami

iwagumi
biotope