Dwarf Gold Honey Gourami

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About Dwarf Gold Honey Gourami

The Dwarf Gold Honey Gourami is a beautiful and peaceful freshwater fish known for its warm golden-yellow colouration and gentle personality. Males often develop deeper orange and red tones as they mature, making them particularly attractive in a planted aquarium.

Honey Gouramis are peaceful labyrinth fish that naturally inhabit slow-moving, heavily vegetated waters. They appreciate densely planted aquariums with floating plants, shaded areas and gentle water movement.

Their small size makes them an excellent choice for nano and community aquariums. They are generally peaceful towards other fish, although males can become mildly territorial around breeding areas.

Like other labyrinth fish, they need access to the water surface so they can periodically breathe atmospheric air.

Quick Care Guide

Scientific Name: Trichogaster chuna
Common Name: Dwarf Gold Honey Gourami / Honey Gourami
Family: Osphronemidae
Type: Freshwater Fish / Gourami
Adult Size: Approximately 5 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Easy
Minimum Aquarium: 40 L+
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness: Soft to Moderately Hard
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Level: Top to Midwater
Reef Safe: N/A
Suitable For: Planted aquariums, nano tanks and peaceful community aquariums

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does a Dwarf Gold Honey Gourami get?

Honey Gouramis generally reach around 5 cm, making them an excellent choice for smaller aquariums.

Are Honey Gouramis peaceful?

Yes. They are generally very peaceful and make excellent community fish. Males may become mildly territorial when breeding.

Can Honey Gouramis be kept in pairs?

Yes. A male and female can be kept together, although they can also be maintained individually or in suitable small groups.

What do Honey Gouramis eat?

They are omnivores and accept micro pellets, quality flakes, daphnia, bloodworms, baby brine shrimp and other small frozen or live foods.

Do Honey Gouramis need plants?

They don't strictly require live plants, but dense planting is strongly recommended. Plants provide cover, security and suitable areas for natural behaviour.

Do Honey Gouramis need access to the surface?

Yes. They are labyrinth fish and need regular access to atmospheric air at the water's surface.

Common Mistakes

Keeping them with aggressive fish
Their peaceful nature makes them vulnerable to bullying.

Using excessive water flow
Honey Gouramis prefer calm or gently moving water.

Not providing enough plants and cover
Dense vegetation helps them feel secure and reduces stress.

Blocking access to the surface
They need to be able to reach atmospheric air.

Feeding food that is too large
Their small mouths are better suited to appropriately sized micro foods.