Croaking Gourami – Trichopsis pumila | Peaceful wild-caught fish with a fascinating croaking sound and delicate shimmer

The Pygmy Gourami (Trichopsis pumila) is a delicate, peaceful wild-caught fish from Southeast Asia, notable for its unique croaking sound during courtship and territorial behavior. With its metallic shimmering body in shades of blue, red, and bronze, it is a real eye-catcher in small aquariums.

This species is very peaceful, calm, and sociable, ideal for planted community aquariums or species tanks. In dense planting and with gentle lighting, the Pygmy Gourami displays its full spectrum of colors and fascinating behavior.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish Size: S (1.5–2.5 cm)
🌎 Origin: Southeast Asia (wild-caught)
🌡️ Temperature: 24–30 °C
💧 pH Value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total Hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social Behavior: Peaceful – ideal for small community tanks
🌾 Aquarium: From 60 L, densely planted with floating plants and calm zones

🍽️ Feeding:
Eats live, frozen, and fine dry food. A varied diet with Artemia and Cyclops promotes vitality and coloration.

💡 Tip:
A calm, well-planted aquarium with dimmed light and soft water beautifully brings out its colors and croaking behavior.

👉 Conclusion:
The Pygmy Gourami (Trichopsis pumila) is a fascinating, peaceful wild-caught fish – ideal for enthusiasts of small, calm labyrinth fish and natural aquariums.