Chocolate Gourami - Vaillant

General

Geographic Origin:
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
Latin Name: Sphaerichthys vaillanti , sphaerichthys osphromenoides, sphaerichthys vaillanti
Other Names & Variants:
- Samurai gourami
- Samurai Zebra Gourami
- Samurai Zebra Chocolate Gourami
- Chocolate gourami

Characteristics

Colors: Brown , gray , Green , Red , White , Yellow
Lifespan: 5.0 - 8.0 years
Average Size: 2.17 inches
Temperament: Communal
Breeding Style: Eggs
Substrate Preference: Sand
Swim Zone: Middle

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Chocolate Gourami - Vaillant.

Algae
Blackworms (frozen)
Bloodworms (frozen)
Bloodworms (live)
Brine Shrimp (freeze-dried)
Brine Shrimp (frozen)
Brine Shrimp (live)
Daphnia (freeze-dried)
Daphnia (frozen)
Daphnia (live)
Flakes
Micro Worms
Pellets

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

Water Flow Preference: Slow
pH: 3.83 - 5.83
Temperature: 72.0°F - 80.33°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.