Honey Gourami

Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna)

The Honey Gourami is a peaceful and beautifully colored freshwater fish that adds warmth and elegance to any aquarium. This selectively bred variety of the Honey Gourami is prized for its rich red-orange coloration, subtle golden highlights, and calm temperament. Its vibrant colors and graceful movements make it a popular centerpiece fish for planted community aquariums.

Growing to approximately 5–6 cm (2–2.4 inches), Honey Gouramis are ideal for smaller aquariums and peaceful community setups. They are generally gentle and shy, preferring environments with plenty of plants, floating vegetation, and sheltered areas where they can feel secure. Their calm nature allows them to coexist well with other peaceful fish of similar size.

As omnivores, these gouramis enjoy a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods. Stable water conditions and a well-maintained aquarium will help them display their best coloration and natural behavior.

Interesting Fact:
Honey Gouramis belong to a group of fish known as labyrinth fish. They possess a special organ called the labyrinth organ, which allows them to breathe atmospheric air directly from the water's surface in addition to using their gills.

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Trichogaster chuna
• Common Name: Honey Gourami
• Adult Size: 5–6 cm (2–2.4 inches)
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Care Level: Easy
• Tank Size: 60 litres (15 gallons) minimum
• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Diet: Omnivore
• Lifespan: 4–6 years
• Aquarium Level: Mid to upper levels
• Compatibility: Excellent for peaceful community aquariums

The Honey Gourami is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a colorful, gentle, and easy-to-care-for fish that serves as a stunning focal point in planted aquariums.

Information provided by Bubbly Fish.