Opaline Gourami

Trichopodus trichopterus

Minimum Tank Size

30 gal

Temperature

74–82°F

PH

6.0–8.0

Adult Size

5–6 in

Temperament 

Semi-aggressive

Care Difficulty

Intermediate

Diet & Feeding

Use a high-quality species-appropriate staple and supplement with suitable frozen, live, or plant foods. Feed portions the fish can consume without leaving waste.

Care Instructions

Provide stable 74–82°F water, appropriate chemistry, regular partial water changes, and enough space for the fish at its full adult size.

Flow & Filtration

Use mature biological filtration, good oxygenation, and current appropriate to the species. Keep ammonia and nitrite at zero and control nitrate with regular maintenance.

Planted Tank Suitability

Can be kept with plants when the layout and plant choices suit the species; protect vegetation from digging or grazing where necessary.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Robust Community Fish
  • Corydoras

Use Caution 
  • Angelfish
  • Other Gouramis

Avoid
  • Betta
  • Tiny Nano Fish

Compatibility Notes

Color form of three-spot gourami with similar territorial behavior.

Breeding Notes

Breeding behavior and fry care are species-specific; use a dedicated breeding setup when needed.