Red Honey Gourami (4 CM)
£7.80
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The red honey gourami is a bright, peaceful freshwater color morph of the honey gourami (Trichogaster chuna) native to South Asia.
100 in stock
Description
Overview and Identification
- Scientific Name: Trichogaster chuna (formerly Colisa chuna)
- Size: Grows to about 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5.5 cm)
- Appearance: Males feature a vibrant red or reddish-orange body, while breeding males develop a dark blue-black throat and lower belly. Females are typically a paler yellow or silvery-brown.
- Common Confusion: There is a consensus among aquurists on Reddit that fish sold commercially as “red honey gouramis” are sometimes misidentified thick-lipped gouramis (Trichogaster labiosa), which grow larger and can be more aggressive. True red honey gouramis are a selective captive-bred color variant (often called sunset or fire honey gouramis).
Tank Care and Requirements
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (approx. 38 liters) or a 60 cm tank.
- Water Temperature: 22°C to 28°C (72°F to 82°F).
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0–8.0, soft to moderately hard water.
- Behavior: Peaceful and timid; they do best in pairs or small groups. They have a labyrinth organ that lets them breathe air from the surface.
- Tank Setup: Prefers dense live vegetation, dim lighting, and a gentle water flow.
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