Red Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna)

About the Red Honey Gourami

Red Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) are small, peaceful, and vibrant freshwater fish, known for their striking red or orange coloration, especially in males. They are relatively small, reaching about 2 inches in length, and are a good choice for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish.

Husbandry & Care

Temperament: Peaceful

Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons

Water Temperature: 72-80 °F

Water pH: 6.0-7.5

Social Group: Solitary, M/F Pair, or a group of 5+ fish

Diet: Carnivore; this species will readily consume high protein commercial flakes/pellets, frozen bloodworms/brine shrimp, live baby brine shrimp or daphnia.

Compatible with: Peaceful Community species such as Cherry Barbs, Chili Rasboras, Amano Shrimp, Green Neon Tetras, Neocaridina Shrimp (eats shrimplets), Endler's Livebearer.