Sunset Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius morph)

🐠 Sunset Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius morph)

Common Name: Sunset Gourami, Sunset Dwarf Gourami
Adult Size: 2–2.5 inches
Lifespan: 3–4 years

🔹 Temperament & Behavior

• Generally peaceful, though males can be territorial.
• Best kept singly or as a pair; males may fight if kept together.
• Slow, graceful swimmer; prefers calm waters.

🔹 Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 10+ gallons (20+ for pairs/community).
• Water Parameters:
• Temp: 75–82 °F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Hardness: 4–10 dGH
• Setup: Planted tanks with floating plants, driftwood, and hiding spots. Low flow is best.

🔹 Tankmates

• Peaceful community fish: rasboras, tetras, Corydoras, livebearers.
• Avoid fin-nippers (like tiger barbs) and aggressive species.

🔹 Diet

• Omnivore.
• Eats flakes, pellets, and frozen/live foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia).
• Variety enhances health and coloration.

🔹 Breeding

• Bubble-nest builder.
• Males build floating nests among plants and guard eggs.
• Fry need infusoria or liquid fry food at first, then baby brine shrimp.

✨ Fun fact: The Sunset Dwarf Gourami is a selectively bred variety of the Dwarf Gourami, with fiery red-orange and gold hues that look stunning under aquarium lighting.