{"product_id":"three-spot-gourami-trichopodus-trichopterus","title":"Three-spot Gourami | Trichopodus trichopterus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Three-spot Gourami is the hardy original behind many popular colour forms - silver-blue with its two signature body spots (the eye makes the \"third\"). A bombproof, characterful labyrinth fish that breathes air at the surface and adapts to almost any water condition thrown at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia, where it inhabits slow-moving, densely vegetated rivers, ponds, swamps and rice paddies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deep-bodied, laterally compressed fish in silvery blue-grey, marked with a dark spot mid-body and another at the base of the tail. Selectively-bred colour forms (Gold, Blue, Opaline) are common in the trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSemi-aggressive - generally fine in a community as a youngster, but some individuals, especially males, can turn spiteful with age. Keeping two females per male reduces squabbling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn easy omnivore, taking flake, pellets, and frozen or live foods like bloodworm and brine shrimp without fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn air-breathing labyrinth fish, so the tank needs a lid with an air gap above the water. Extremely hardy and adaptable, tolerating a wide range of water conditions, though it appreciates some floating plant cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bubble-nest builder. The male builds a nest among floating plants and guards the eggs and fry closely, becoming territorial during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spot Gourami (Blue Gourami)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-15cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 years, up to 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200+ litres for a group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22-28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0-8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-19 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners wanting a hardy, adaptable gourami\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - benefits from floating plant cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger, robust community fish - bigger barbs, tetras, rainbowfish and peaceful catfish that won't be intimidated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, timid fish that may be bullied as this gourami matures, and other territorial surface-dwellers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232839188771,"sku":null,"price":9.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232839221539,"sku":"AA1411","price":12.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (10-15cm)","offer_id":55232839254307,"sku":null,"price":17.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Three-spot_Gourami_92a84d86-fca1-4a57-8143-e090b0b0a1bc.jpg?v=1781700355","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/three-spot-gourami-trichopodus-trichopterus","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}