Albino Giant Gourami
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NameAlbino Giant Gourami
Scientific NameOsphronemus goramy
Common NamesGiant Gourami, True Gourami, Common Gourami, Albino Giant Gourami
FamilyOsphronemidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)150
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOscar Cichlid, Flowerhorn Cichlid, Green Terror Cichlid, Tinfoil Barb, Large Pleco, Synodontis Catfish, Arowana
Description
The Albino Giant Gourami is a large, freshwater labyrinth fish native to Southeast Asia, characterized by its robust body, prominent lips, and striking white coloration with yellow eyes. They are hardy but require a very spacious aquarium to accommodate their potential size of over two feet. While generally peaceful, they can become semi-aggressive, especially when larger or during breeding.
