Opaline Gourami

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16/07/2022

In good living conditions, the typical opaline gourami lifespan is between four and six years. They may live slightly longer if you’re lucky, but those instances are few and far between.

As you probably know, there’s no way to guarantee a fish’s life span. There’s a degree of chance and genetic prosperity at play. Not only that, but the level of care you provide will have a big impact on your opaline gourami’s life expectancy.

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The average opaline gourami size is around six inches in length when fully grown.

Most fish are considered “mature” when they reach about three inches. At that point, they are capable of breeding (more on that later). They usually continue to grow a bit until they reach the upper end of the size spectrum.

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Breeders typically aim to have the most vivid coloration possible, leading to some genuinely awe-inspiring fish!
Males and females look very similar. The only main difference between the two is the dorsal fins. On males, the dorsal fin is long and pointed. Meanwhile, it’s more stubby and rounded on the females.

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These fins are delicate and almost look like antennae. They’re touch-sensitive and play a big part in the fish’s navigation.

As for color, opaline gouramis are pretty eye-catching. The base color is silvery blue. However, splotches of deep cobalt blue create a unique marbling effect. The intensity of this pattern varies from one specimen to the next.

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In terms of body shape and silhouette, opaline gouramis are straight from the usual mold. They have the same iconic gourami profile, which is oval-shaped. The head is slightly pointed near the mouth, but most of the fish is noticeably ovate.

The recognizable shape is primarily due to the a**l fin. It is on the bottom of the fish and stretches from the ray-finned pectoral fins down to the caudal fork. Of course, there are also needle-like ventral fins as you would expect.

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While this particular species doesn’t appear in the wild, its ancestors are usually found in Southeast Asia. These tropical fish hail from wetlands and marshes throughout India, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and more.

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The opaline gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus) is a beginner-friendly freshwater fish with a lot to offer aquarists of any skill level. Sometimes called the marbled gourami, this fish is not naturally occurring. It’s a product of selective breeding and is considered a distinct variation of the famous three-spot gourami.

04/07/2022

Opaline gourami are beautiful freshwater fish that are slightly overlooked in the aquarium scene. And with so many other gouramis to choose from, it’s understandable.
But there’s a lot to like about this species!
These fish are gorgeous, easy to care for, and rather active (this is a very fun species to spectate). This guide will teach you everything you need to know about opaline gourami care, so you’ll be ready to get some for yourself!