Family: Belontiidae (Gouramies)
Type: Anabantid
Origin: Asia: Malay Peninsula, Thailand and Indonesia (Sumatra and Borneo).
Max Size: 4.5"
Temperament: Peaceful, suitable for a community tank.
Sociability: Groups.
Environment: Benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5.0 - 19.0
Climate: Tropical; 24 - 28°C
Diet: Omnivorous.
Breeding: Intermediate.
Sexual Characteristics: The male is more colourful.
Availability: Common.
Further Information: Pearl Gouramis can be bred in a similar fashion to
Dwarf Gouramis.