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<b>Common Names:</b> Opaline Gourami, Marbled Gourami
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Trichogaster trichopterus</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Belontiidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.0-8.0 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-82°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 4-18 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 4 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 6 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 20g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Water level should be reduced to 6 inches. After spawning, the female should be removed to a separate tank as the male may become aggressive toward her. The male will tend to the eggs until they hatch. After hatching, there should be frequent water changes, especially during the third week, as this is when the labyrinth organ is developing.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Semi-aggressive
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Angelfish, Barbs, Cory Cats, Danios / Minnows, Guppies, Hatchets, Killifish, Loaches, Mollies, Platies, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Rasboras, Sharks, Suckermouth Catfish, and Swordtails.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Plenty of live plants as well as rocks and driftwood for use as hiding places.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Malaysia, South China Sea
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