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| Family: |
Osphronemidae |
| Species: |
Sphaerichthys acrostoma |
| Common Name: |
Large Chocolate Gourami |
| Size: |
Up to 4 inches (10 cm) usually smaller. |
| Habitat: |
ASIA: Southern Borneo. |
| Min Tank Size: |
20 gallon for a single specimen. |
| 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: 5.0 to 7.5, Temperature 75° to 79°F (24 to 26°C),
dH range: 4 - 8 |
| Care: |
Delicate, needs soft acidic water. |
| Communities: |
Best in a species tank. Can be kept with other small calm fish. |
| Suitability: |
Not for beginners. |
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