Three-spot 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; males can be territorial

Care Difficulty

Beginner–Intermediate

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore; quality prepared foods plus frozen/live foods and some plant matter.

Care Instructions

Provide structure, surface access and enough territory to manage aggression.

Flow & Filtration

Moderate filtration with calm surface zones.

Planted Tank Suitability

Good; plants help break lines of sight.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Robust Barbs
  • Larger Rasboras
  • Corydoras

Use Caution 
  • Angelfish
  • Other Gouramis

Avoid
  • Betta
  • Tiny Nano Fish
  • Long-finned Guppies

Compatibility Notes

More assertive than honey or pearl gouramis; monitor territorial behavior.

Breeding Notes

Bubble-nest breeder.