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Gouramis are graceful labyrinth fish that can breathe surface air, which makes them forgiving in home aquariums. Dwarf, pearl, blue and honey gouramis suit peaceful community tanks, while giant gouramis need much larger setups. Browse available varieties and live prices below.
Gourami Fish price today₹16 to ₹80across 4 listings in stock
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Gourami Fish at a glance
- Minimum tank
- 60 litres for dwarf varieties
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Setup
- Planted, with calm surface flow
- Difficulty
- Beginner friendly
- Adult size
- 5 cm dwarf to 45 cm giant
- Lifespan
- 4 to 6 years for common species
- Diet
- Omnivore: flake, pellet, frozen foods
- Temperament
- Peaceful, males territorial with each other
- Water
- Soft to neutral, calm surface
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Ask an aquarium expertTypes of gourami fish
Dwarf gourami
Small and colourful, suited to community tanks. Buy from healthy looking stock, as inbred lines can be fragile.
Honey gourami
Smaller and more peaceful than the dwarf, and a good choice for a calm community.
Pearl gourami
Speckled body with a long trailing pelvic fin. Among the most attractive and reliably peaceful.
Blue and opaline gourami
Larger and more assertive, with males becoming territorial as they mature.
Giant gourami
Reaches a very large size and needs a pond or a very large tank. Frequently bought by mistake as a juvenile.
The labyrinth organ and why surface access matters
Gouramis breathe atmospheric air through a labyrinth organ, gulping at the surface as normal behaviour rather than a sign of distress.
Because they must reach the surface, never seal the tank completely, and keep the surface calm. A powerful filter outlet churning the surface makes it harder for them to take air comfortably.
The same adaptation makes them tolerant of warm, low oxygen water, which is part of why they do well in Indian homes without heavy aeration.
Choosing the right species for your tank
The gourami group spans an enormous size range, and this is where most mistakes happen. A dwarf or honey gourami stays small enough for a sixty litre community tank.
Blue, opaline and gold gouramis are all the same species and grow considerably larger and bolder, needing more room and calmer tank mates.
Giant gouramis reach the size of a dinner plate and are routinely sold as small juveniles alongside the dwarfs. Check the adult size of the exact species before buying.
Males, territory and bubble nests
Male gouramis are territorial towards other males of their species, particularly in smaller tanks. One male with several females is the usual arrangement.
Males build bubble nests at the surface, often in a corner or under a floating plant. It is normal behaviour and a sign of a comfortable fish rather than a problem.
Because they are labyrinth fish like bettas, males of the two often spar. Most keepers house them separately unless the tank is large and well planted.
Health notes worth knowing
Dwarf gouramis from heavily bred lines can be prone to illness, so choose active fish with clean colour and no sores, and give any new fish a settled quarantine period if you can.
They are shy on arrival and often hide for several days. Floating plants and some cover help them settle much faster.
Gouramis appreciate a planted tank with calm flow. Constant strong current stresses them and keeps them pinned to one corner.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gourami fish price in India?
Dwarf and blue gouramis are inexpensive, while pearl and show-grade varieties cost more. The listings above show live prices.
Can two gouramis be kept together?
Avoid two males of the same species in small tanks, as they get territorial. A male with females, or mixed peaceful species, works better.
Are gouramis compatible with bettas?
Both are labyrinth fish and males may spar, so most keepers house them separately in smaller tanks.
Why does my gourami keep going to the surface?
Gouramis breathe air through a labyrinth organ, so surfacing regularly is normal. Only worry if it is combined with rapid gill movement or lethargy, which suggests a water quality problem.
Can gouramis live with bettas?
Both are labyrinth fish and males often spar, so most keepers separate them. It occasionally works in a large, heavily planted tank, but it is not a safe default.
How big do gouramis get?
It depends entirely on the species. Dwarf and honey gouramis stay around five centimetres, blue and opaline reach roughly fifteen, and giant gouramis grow far larger and need a pond.
Are gouramis good for beginners?
Dwarf, honey and pearl gouramis are all good beginner fish. The main pitfall is buying a species that grows much larger than expected.