🐟 Thick-Lipped Gourami (Trichogaster labiosa)
🐟 Thick-Lipped Gourami (Trichogaster labiosa)
Freshwater Gourami • Peaceful Community Fish • Colorful Labyrinth Fish • Beginner Friendly Aquarium Fish
📋 The Thick-Lipped Gourami (Trichogaster labiosa) is a hardy and attractive freshwater species known for its Soft Orange to Reddish Body with Subtle Blue Patterning and Thick Lips.
This peaceful labyrinth fish is ideal for community aquariums and adapts well to a wide range of water conditions.
It is less aggressive than many gourami species, making it suitable for mixed setups with other calm fish.
With proper care, it thrives as a Colorful Easy-Care Gourami for Community Aquariums.
💡 Highlights
🎨 Warm Coloration: Orange-red body with blue highlights
💋 Thick Lips Feature: Distinctive mouth shape
🐟 Peaceful Nature: Great for community tanks
💪 Hardy Species: Adaptable and beginner friendly
🌿 Labyrinth Fish: Can breathe atmospheric air
🧾 A Quick Look at the Thick-Lipped Gourami
📛 Common Name: Thick-Lipped Gourami
🔬 Scientific Name: Trichogaster labiosa
👨👩👧 Family: Osphronemidae
🌍 Origin: Myanmar
📏 Max Size: 8–10 cm (≈ 3–4″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🌿 Planted Tank Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 60 L (≈ 15 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Mid • Top
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 4–6 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Bubble nest builder

















