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Trichopodus pectoralis

Snakeskin Gourami, Pla Salit, Sharp-nosed Gourami
Temperature
22–30°C
pH
8.5–8.5
dGH
2–30 ppm
Size
30 cm
Tank
100 L
Trichopodus pectoralis is peaceful and mostly compatible with other non-aggressive species, making it ideal for a community tank setting. It is an opportunistic feeder in the wild and can consume a variety of foods, both alive and prepared.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–30 ppm
Temperature
22–30°C
pH
8.5–8.5

Tank & size

Fish size
30 cm
Tank length
80 cm
Tank volume
100 L

Distribution

Cambodia,Colombia,Guinea,Indonesia,Laos,Malaysia,Papua New Guinea,Philippines,Singapore,Sri Lanka,Thailand,Vietnam.