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<b>Common Names:</b> Licorice Gourami
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Parosphromenus deissneri</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Belontiidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 5.6-7.2 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 74-82°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 0-10 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 4 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 1½ inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 20g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> The Licorice Gourami is a cave breeder. After spawning, the male will take care of the nest and chase away the female. The larvae will hatch after 72 hours in water temperatures of 77°F, and will be free-swimming within 6 days.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Peaceful
<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> The Licorice Gourami requires a well planted tank of at least 20 gallons or larger. It needs soft, slightly acidic water with good filtration. It is a peaceful, gentle fish but does best in a species only tank.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Malaysia, Singapore
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