2007-06-29 13:28:54 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
Yes, Gouramis are one of the few fishes that can live without airation but not function all that well like a goldfish does. It's better for them to have air, they don't have a labrynth gland like a goldfish does and they don't do real well in low oxygen.
It has a much higher probability of dying without air than with.
2007-06-29 13:37:45 · answer #1 · answered by kjh4129 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Care Level: Moderate
Tank Conditions: 72-82°F; pH 6.0-7.5; KH 4-10
Max. Size In Aquarium: Up to 2"
Color Form: Iridescent, Turquoise
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Farm Raised, Malaysia
Family: Belontiidae
The Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami, is a color variation of the Dwarf Gourami, and is a peaceful, shy fish. If in a pair the two fish will swim together. The Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami has a bright iridescent sheen to its body, more prominent in the male. The coloration of the male is a vivid turquoise blue with orange-red stripes. Neon Blue Dwarf Gouramis are considered Labyrinth Fish, meaning they breathe directly from the air, and must have access to the surface.
Neon Blue Dwarf Gouramis require a tank that is 10 gallons or larger. The aquarium should be heavily planted and have at least part of the surface covered with floating plants. A darker substrate will help show-off the gourami's colors, and peat filtration is recommended. Regular water changes are a must, as this gourami can be susceptible to disease. They should not be kept with large, aggressive fish, but would enjoy the company of other small, peaceful fish as well as fellow gouramis. Loud noises often scare them, so the tank should be in a quiet area.
The Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami is a bubble nest builder that uses plants to help bind together the bubbles. Besides the difference in color, the sex can be determined by the dorsal fin. The male's dorsal fin is pointed, the female's is rounded. The water level should be reduced to 8 inches during spawning, and the temperature should be approximately 82°F. After spawning the female should be moved to a different tank. The male will tend to the eggs and fry, and when the fry are 2-3 days old the male should also be removed. When first hatched, the fry should be fed infusoria, and later, brine shrimp and finely ground flakes. Freeze-dried tablets may also be fed to older fry.
The Neon Blue Dwarf Gouramis are an omnivore and prefers both algae-based foods as well as meaty foods. An algae-based flake food, along with freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and brine shrimp will provide these fish with the proper nutrition.
2007-06-29 20:51:37 · answer #2 · answered by MudFrog 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
NO! Blue Gouramis get 4 inches long and need at least 10 gallons (VERY MINIMUM). Even the 2 inch Dwarf Gourami would soon die because of the confined space. 10 gallon minumum for any fish besides Bettas and Neon Tetras (pretty much). Go for a 10 gallon, or just get a Betta (which is a type of Gourami).
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2007-06-29 23:27:24 · answer #3 · answered by nosoop4u246 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!
There are virtually no fish that should be kept in a tank that small.
A blue gourami requires at least a 20 gallon tank, and really should have a 40 or larger to give him the space he'll need.
The species profiles at fishgeeks.com will tell you the recommended minimum size tank for any fish. Simply search for the fish and the profile will tell you what you need to know.
2007-06-29 21:07:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes,but a five gallon tank With some live plants would be better.Gouramis are labyrinth fishes;they have a specialized area where they can store air,and they do not have to have a filter,but an airstone would make the tank look prettier,with the air bubbles it produces.You would only need a very small pump,some tubing,and the airstone.Either way,it should be fine.They are beautiful fish.
2007-06-29 20:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
A 2.5 would be a little small for the true blue gourami (these can get 6") but it would be okay for any of the dwarf gourami (2").
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/scateg.cfm?pCatId=882
2007-06-29 20:40:36 · answer #6 · answered by copperhead 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no, you asked this question before and you were told they needed a 15 gallon minimum and a20 would be better, Get a betta.
2007-06-29 20:48:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes, gouramis are a labrynth fish which means they have a labrynth organ which allows them to get oxygen from the surface. just like bettas
2007-06-29 23:25:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
shoot i dont know ask your local pet store
2007-06-29 20:32:23 · answer #9 · answered by always right 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋