Trichopsis pumila (Dwarf Gourami)

Adult size4 cm
Temperature22 - 26 °C
pH6.5 - 7.2
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)10 L

Description

The male has the ability to growl to amazed the females. Due to its small size, place it with small fish not exceeding 5 cm.

Trichopsis Pumila fish is a small freshwater fish from Southeast Asia. It measures approximately 3.5 centimeters long and has a slender and elongated body. Its color varies from dark gray to light gray, with vertical black stripes along its body.

Pumila trichopsis fish is generally found in calm and shallow streams and rivers, where it is mainly feeding small insects and plankton. He is also known for his ability to produce a sound by swelling and contracting his natatory bladder, which earned him the nickname "Siflet Fish".

Due to its small size and its ability to adapt to many different environments, Trichopsis Pumila fish is a popular choice for domestic aquariums. It is generally peaceful and can coexist with other species of fish, although it can be territorial with its fellows.

Trichopsis Pumila fish is also known for its ability to change color to camouflage itself in its environment. In general, he adopts the color of algae or plants that surround him, which allows him to protect himself from predators.

In summary, Pumila Trichopsis fish is a small peaceful and adaptable freshwater fish, known for its ability to produce a sound and change color to camouflage itself. It is often used in domestic aquariums and can coexist with other species of fish.

Origin

  • FamilyOsphronemidae
  • OriginCambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia

Characteristics

  • Adult size4 cm
  • BehaviourAggressive
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature22 - 26 °C
  • pH6.5 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)10 L

Dimorphism

You can see the ovarian cluster of the reversed and opaque V -shaped female.

Reproduction

Very difficult, builds a bubble nest.

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