Thick-lipped Gourami
Trichogaster labiosa
The 'Thick-lipped Gourami' (9 cm). Robust and colorful labyrinth fish native to Myanmar, close relative of the Banded Gourami. Peaceful, with a brick red and turquoise livery, it is famous for the large protruding and fleshy edges of the mouth. Perfect for planted Asian communities.
Température de l’eau
22 - 28 °C
Valeur du pH
6 - 7.5
Type d'eau
Eau douce
Niveau dans le bac
Milieu
Taille adulte
9 cm
Volume minimal du bac
>= 100 L
Groupe minimal
>= 1
GH
5 - 15 dGH
KH
2 - 7 dKH
TDS
95 - 295 ppm
Conductivité
148 - 461 uS/cm
Description de l'espèce
Geographic Origin and Biotope: FishBase records Trichogaster labiosa as a tropical freshwater benthopelagic fish native to southern Myanmar. It documents 22–28 °C, pH 6.0–7.5 and hardness 4–10 dH.
Taxonomy and Morphology: FishBase records a maximum length of 9.0 cm TL and a minimum aquarium size of 100 cm.
Social Behaviour: FishBase records the species as an obligate air-breather that builds bubble nests and lays 500–600 eggs.
Colouration and Sexual Dimorphism: This recovery makes no statement about colouration or sexual dimorphism.
Soins, reproduction et cohabitation
Verified data: FishBase records Trichogaster labiosa as a tropical freshwater benthopelagic species native to South Myanmar. Verified water parameters include temperature 22–28 °C, pH 6.0–7.5, and hardness 4–10 dH. Maximum length reaches 9.0 cm TL, with a minimum recommended aquarium size of 100 cm. It is an obligate air-breather that builds bubble-nests and lays 500–600 eggs.
Origine et répartition géographiques
Cette espèce provient de : Asia (Myanmar).
Origine
Asie du Sud et du Sud-Est
Profil de poisson
- Tempérament
- Semi-aggressive
- Known for its exceptionally calm demeanor, The Thick-lipped gourami is an ideal candidate for a relaxed community aquarium. They rarely bother other fish and often retreat to safety rather than engage in any form of conflict. Their gentle nature means they can easily be outcompeted for food by faster, more boisterous species.
- Régime alimentaire
- Omnivore
- In the wild, The Thick-lipped gourami is an opportunistic omnivore that consumes a wide variety of plant and animal matter. In captivity, they will readily accept high-quality flakes, pellets, and frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp. Supplementing their diet with blanched vegetables or spirulina-based foods will ensure optimal health and coloration.
- Espérance de vie
- 4-6 years
- Taille adulte
- 9 cm
- Ratio des sexes
- Flexible
- This species exhibits distinct sexual dimorphism, making it relatively easy to distinguish males from females once they reach maturity. Males typically display much more vibrant colors and possess longer, more pointed dorsal and anal fins compared to the females. It is often recommended to keep one male with multiple females to prevent the male from excessively harassing a single female during courtship.
- Fréquence d'alimentation
- Twice daily
- To maintain optimal digestion, The Thick-lipped gourami should be fed small meals once or twice a day. It is important to only offer as much food as they can consume entirely within two to three minutes. Overfeeding can lead to severe water quality issues and potentially fatal digestive blockages.
- Charge biologique
- Low to Medium
- The Thick-lipped gourami generates a moderate bioload, requiring a balanced approach to aquarium filtration. Weekly water changes and regular vacuuming of the substrate are recommended to prevent the accumulation of dissolved organics. An appropriately sized canister filter or a well-designed internal filter is often highly beneficial.
- Courant
- Stagnant
- The Thick-lipped gourami naturally inhabits slow-moving or stagnant waters, such as swamps, rice paddies, and densely vegetated ponds. They strongly prefer an aquarium with very gentle water circulation, as strong currents will cause them significant stress and exhaustion. Using a sponge filter or baffling the output of a power filter is highly recommended.
- Risque de saut
- Yes
- Like many fish, The Thick-lipped gourami has the capacity to jump if startled by sudden noises, aggressive tank mates, or poor water parameters. While they are not notorious escape artists, they may leap during feeding time or breeding pursuits. It is always a wise precaution to maintain a tightly fitting lid to prevent any accidental escapes.
- Reproduction
- Oviparous
- During reproduction, the male of The Thick-lipped gourami constructs a complex bubble nest at the water's surface, often incorporating floating plant material. After a delicate courtship embrace, the female releases eggs which the male meticulously collects and places into the nest. The male then fiercely guards the nest and fry until they are free-swimming, at which point he should be removed to prevent him from eating them.
- Compatibilité et compagnons
- Peaceful
- This species is generally very peaceful and makes an excellent addition to a community aquarium. They get along perfectly with other similarly sized, non-aggressive species that share similar water requirements. It is best to avoid keeping them with overly boisterous or large fin-nipping tank mates that might cause them stress.
- Niveau dans le bac
- Middle
- You will typically find The Thick-lipped gourami swimming in the upper and middle regions of the aquarium. They occasionally venture to the bottom to forage but prefer the open swimming space and cover provided by tall plants in the upper layers. Providing a layout with plenty of vertical structure helps them feel most at home.
Modèles et paramètres scientifiques
FishBase
Fenêtre sur les données scientifiques officielles de l’espèce
FishBase v25.04Données synchronisées le : 15/06/2026
- Niveau trophique
- 2,9 ± 0,1 se
- Résilience
- Moyenne (1,4 - 4,4 ans)
- Singularité phylogénétique (PD50)
- 0.5625
- Relation bayésienne longueur-poids
- a = 0.01622, b = 3
- VulnérabilitéVulnérabilité faible (10 / 100)
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