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Family:	Osphronemidae
Species:	Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Common Name:	Chocolate Gourami
Size:	Up to 2.75 inches (7 cm)
Habitat:	ASIA: Sluggish waters in Borneo, Malaysia, and Sumatra.
Min Tank Size:	24" or 20 gallons.
Diet:	Omnivorous, flake foods, frozen or live. Will also accept some fresh vegetables if in small enough pieces.
Behavior:	Peaceful and timid, males are territorial.
Water:	PH: 4.0 to 6.0, Temperature 79° to 88°F (26 to 31°C), dH range: 0 - 4
Care:	Delicate, needs soft acidic water.
Communities:	Best in a species tank. Can be kept with other small calm fish.
Suitability:	Not for beginners. Hardest of the species to care for.
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