Dwarf Gourami
Colisa lalia
Origin: India through Bangladesh.

Temperament: Very good community fish. Peaceful.

Size: Up to 5cm (2")

Temperature: 70-83°F or 21-28°C

pH Level: 6.5 to 7.0

Food: Flake food, pellets, peas, algae, lettuce, (most greens), worms, crustaceans, insects.

Tank Setup: Keep plants in the tank, these fish will clean off algae. Keep with other peaceful species.

Breeding: Bubble-nest breeder. Difficult.

Sexing: Dorsal and anal fins more established in males. Mature males tend to be more coloured..

Comments: Excellent community fish. Well recommended for the beginner.
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