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Name
Scientific name
Trichogaster fasciata
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Osphronemidae
Common names
Banded Gourami
Photograph credits
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Summary
The banded gourami, Trichogaster fasciata, is a labyrinth fish from Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Myanmar, found in sluggish, weed…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
100mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Not recorded
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 21–28°C, pH 6–7.5
Hardness
5–15dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Myanmar. Some reports state that it exists in a few colour forms, depending on locality.
Habitat
Inhabits sluggish waters, most often with a covering of surface vegetation. Has also been introduced into rice paddies in many areas.
Aquarium size
A tank of around 30" x 12" x 12" (75cm x 30cm x 30cm) - 71 litres is big enough for a pair of these.
Maintenance
This is not a very vigorous species. To see it at its best keep it in a quiet, heavily planted tank with plenty of floating plants to provide shade. Add some p…
Water conditions
Temperature: 21 – 28 °C pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness: 5-15°H
Diet
Omnivorous and unfussy. Offer live and frozen foods regularly if you want it to develop the best colour and condition.
Behaviour and compatibility
Suitable for most peaceful community tanks but it can be a bit aggressive when spawning. Males will fight amongst themselves in smaller tanks. Keep it with ino…
Sexual dimorphism
Males are much more colourful than females, and develop pointed dorsal and anal fins as they mature.
Reproduction
Like many Anabantoids it's a bubble nest builder. Set up a separate tank for spawning purposes. This should contain shallow water of no more than 6-8" in depth…
Notes
This species is a popular food fish in it's native countries. It is not often seen for sale these days, although it is both beautiful and peaceful. The alterna…
References
References
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