Overview
The Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold-honey (male), silver-tan (female) coloration. Peaceful. Top to Mid.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: India/Bangladesh.
Colors: Gold-Honey (male), Silver-Tan (female).
Body Shape: Moderately Compressed (oval-flat). Typical adult dimensions: 5.0 x 0.8 x 2.2.
Sexual Dimorphism: Strong; males gold-honey, females silver-tan.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 11 gallons |
| Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 3-12 |
| Bioload | low |
| Oxygen Demand | low |
| Plant Safe | yes |
| Aquarium Position | Top to Mid |
Behavior & Activity
Very gentle mid-to-upper swimmer; slow cautious movement; uses feeler fins to probe; shy and retiring
Speed: 32/100Aggression: 2/10diurnalSchooling (6+)
Breeding
Moderate; bubble nest builder
Common Diseases
💊 Ich💊 sensitive to DGIV
Expert Notes
Peaceful; golden-honey color
Compatible Tank Mates
✓ neon tetra✓ corydoras catfish✓ cherry shrimp✓ harlequin rasbora✓ ember tetra✓ otocinclus✓ kuhli loach✓ nerite snail✓ mystery snail✓ pygmy corydoras