Honey Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster chuna)
Honey Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is a gentle, beautifully colored freshwater fish prized for its warm honey-gold tones and calm personality. Unlike some larger gourami species, Honey Gouramis remain small and peaceful, making them ideal for nano, community, and planted aquariums.
These labyrinth fish breathe atmospheric air and prefer calm water with plenty of plant cover. Males may develop deeper golden or orange coloration, especially during breeding or display. Their shy but curious nature makes them a wonderful low-stress centerpiece fish.
Honey Dwarf Gouramis are an excellent choice for aquarists seeking color, personality, and compatibility without aggression.
Key Features
- Soft Honey-Gold Coloration: warm golden tones that deepen on displaying males
- Very Peaceful & Community-Safe: one of the calmest gourami species
- Excellent for Planted Aquariums: thrives among live plants and floating cover
- Labyrinth Fish: breathes atmospheric air at the surface
- Compact Size: perfect for nano and community tanks
- Hardy: adapts well to stable water conditions
Care Guide
- Scientific Name: Trichogaster chuna
- Common Name: Honey Dwarf Gourami
- Adult Size: ~2 inches
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Tank Level: Mid to top
- Tank Size: 10–20 gallons
- Temperature: 74–82°F
- pH Range: 6.0–7.5
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
- Diet: high-quality flakes or micro pellets; frozen or live foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)
Best Tank Mates
- Small tetras
- Rasboras
- Corydoras catfish
- Otocinclus
- Peaceful shrimp (with cover)
Avoid aggressive fish or fin nippers.
Care Tips
- Provide floating plants and gentle filtration
- Keep one male per tank unless in larger setups
- Stable water parameters enhance color and behavior
- Calm tank mates reduce shyness
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are Honey Gouramis good for beginners?
A: Yes, they're beginner-friendly in stable, well-maintained tanks.
Q: Are they aggressive?
A: No – Honey Gouramis are among the most peaceful gourami species.
Q: Can they live in nano tanks?
A: Yes, they do very well in 10–20 gallon aquariums.
Q: Do they need plants?
A: Not required, but plants greatly improve comfort and confidence.
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