Pearl Leeri Gourami

Appearance & Behavior

Pearl Leeri Gouramis (Trichopodus leerii, also known as Trichogaster leeri) bring delicate, pearl-like spotting and long, flowing feelers to the freshwater aquarium. A dark stripe runs along the body, while mature males develop warm orange-red coloring across the throat and chest. These graceful fish are generally peaceful and spend much of their time exploring the middle and upper levels of a planted aquarium.

Quick Care Guide

• Care Level: Easy to moderate
• Temperament: Generally peaceful; males can become territorial when breeding
• Adult Size: Approximately 4–5 inches
• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons; a larger aquarium is recommended for a group
• Temperature: 77–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water
• Diet: Omnivore
• Tank Level: Middle to top

Aquarium Setup & Compatibility

Provide a mature, well-filtered aquarium with gentle water movement, plenty of live plants, and open swimming space. Floating plants and shaded areas help these sometimes-shy fish feel secure. Leave clear access to the surface: like other labyrinth fish, Pearl Gouramis regularly breathe atmospheric air. Use a secure lid with an air space above the water.

Choose peaceful tankmates such as suitably sized tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, and other calm community fish. Avoid fin-nippers, aggressive cichlids, and boisterous fish that may intimidate them or outcompete them for food. Small shrimp and fry may be eaten. A single Pearl Gourami can do well in a community aquarium; for a group, provide extra room, plant cover, and more females than males to help reduce chasing.

Feeding

Offer a varied diet of quality tropical flakes or small pellets, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. Feed small portions once or twice daily, only as much as the fish consume within a few minutes. Make sure quieter individuals get their share before faster tankmates finish the food.

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