{"product_id":"croaking-gourami","title":"Croaking Gourami","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout the Croaking Gourami\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Croaking Gourami is a peaceful and fascinating freshwater fish, famous for its unique ability to produce an audible \"croaking\" sound during courtship and territorial displays. Native to the slow-moving swamps, rice paddies, and forest streams of Southeast Asia, this beautifully understated species features an iridescent bronze body adorned with shimmering blue-green scales and delicate horizontal stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many larger gouramis, the Croaking Gourami is perfectly suited to nano and planted aquariums. They thrive in heavily planted tanks with floating plants, driftwood, leaf litter, and gentle water movement that closely replicate their natural habitat. Their inquisitive personality and peaceful nature make them excellent companions for small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, kuhli loaches, and other calm community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs labyrinth fish, Croaking Gouramis can breathe atmospheric oxygen and are frequently seen visiting the water's surface. Males produce their distinctive croaking sound by vibrating specialised muscles attached to their pectoral fins, particularly during breeding displays or when establishing territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of quality micro pellets, flakes, frozen foods, and live foods will keep them healthy while encouraging their natural colours and fascinating behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrichopsis vittata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroaking Gourami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Malaysia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6–7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 Litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003epH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2–15 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4–6 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted aquariums, nano aquariums, and peaceful community tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it called a Croaking Gourami?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales produce a distinctive croaking or clicking sound by vibrating specialised muscles attached to their pectoral fins during courtship and territorial displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Croaking Gouramis good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are hardy, peaceful, and relatively easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for beginner aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Croaking Gouramis eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey readily accept quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, and live foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Croaking Gouramis live with shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Amano Shrimp and larger Neocaridina shrimp are generally safe, although newly hatched shrimplets may occasionally be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Croaking Gouramis need plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dense planting, floating plants, driftwood, and shaded areas help them feel secure and encourage natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKeeping them in sparsely decorated aquariums\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroaking Gouramis thrive in heavily planted aquariums with plenty of cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStrong water flow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey naturally inhabit calm waters and prefer gentle filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHousing with aggressive fish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid fin-nipping or highly active species that may stress these peaceful gouramis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePoor water quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water conditions and regular maintenance are essential for their long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlocking access to the surface\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all gouramis, they require unobstructed access to the water's surface to breathe atmospheric oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48853883977867,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/m0t9FiQMFyS1a1N4h_wre1dt5ZRUScwklkLcaHc-n6_C3KTTPqkekWg2uAsXU4j2ABdveU0N7DbuOmoVee_kw843i0DYy7DdFYFLK9DqKBe_jUl23wCUix33fSjekrfDkHoimD8trKBcZJxZhTSOD7C69b9rY5UfIKiGsNDODFtzK6XwOA_3RAA.jpg?v=1785994232","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/croaking-gourami","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}