Moonlight gourami
Trichogaster microlepis
Familia : Osphronemidae
PezAgua dulcelabyrinthids
A peaceful and elegant gourami, recognizable by its silvery hue and long fins.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
Trichogaster microlepis is a labyrinth fish reaching up to 15 cm. Its body is silvery with bluish reflections, and its fins are long and slender. It is very peaceful and can coexist with other calm species. It enjoys planted tanks with shaded areas. Like all gouramis, it breathes atmospheric air.
Hábitat
Región :
Slow rivers, swamps, floodplains
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH6–7.5
GH5–15 °dGH
KH3–8 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
2
Tamaño adulto
15 cm
Esperanza de vida
6 años
Temperamento
Paisible
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Tank of at least 100L, well planted with floating plants. Soft to neutral water, moderate filtration. Varied diet: flakes, pellets, live or frozen foods. Beware of jumping, lid required.