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Colisa lalia
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Species Summary
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Common Name/s
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Dwarf Gourami
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Origin
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Asia
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Size
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2.5"
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Tank Parameters
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Tank Size
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10 gallons
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Temperature
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72 - 86 F.
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Water pH
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Neutral
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Aquarium Care
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Aquarium Setup
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The Dwarf Gourami is easy to keep. Floating and rooted
plants will be beneficial, providing the fish with
hiding place. This fish, like any anabantids, can be
kept in water with low oxygen level. This fish is a
bubble-nest builder so strong surface current in not
suitable.
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Feeding
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The Dwarf Gourami is omnivorous and will eat live and
dried worms, small insects, flakes and tiny pellets.
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Compatibility
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The Dwarf Gourami can be kept in a community aquariums
with peaceful tankmates. Adult males can get quite
aggressive with each other.
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