Description
Sparkling Gouramis are dazzling nano fish that live up to their name, with iridescent blue-green scales and shimmering fins that sparkle under aquarium lighting. Their subtle beauty, gentle temperament, and soft, croaking vocalizations make them a captivating addition to peaceful community tanks or species-specific setups.
These labyrinth fish are ideal for aquarists who want a peaceful, low-maintenance fish with personality and visual appeal.
Scientific Name: Trichopsis pumila
Common Names: Sparkling Gourami, Pygmy Gourami
Size: Grows up to 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)
Color: Iridescent blue-green body with red highlights and speckled fins
Lifespan: Approximately 4–5 years with proper care
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons (thrives in planted nano tanks)
Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
Temperament: Peaceful, shy, and non-aggressive
Diet: Omnivorous; accepts high-quality micro pellets, flakes, and live/frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms
Care Tips:
• Best kept in groups of 3–6 to encourage natural behavior
• Prefer heavily planted tanks with dim lighting and hiding spots
• A gentle filter or sponge filter is ideal for their low-flow preferences
• As labyrinth fish, they breathe air from the surface—ensure access to open water
• Suitable tank mates include chili rasboras, pygmy corydoras, ember tetras, and dwarf shrimp. Avoid boisterous or fin-nipping species.
Ideal For:
• Peaceful nano and community aquariums
• Aquarists seeking an elegant, top-to-mid-level fish
• Both beginners and experienced fishkeepers looking for a subtle yet stunning species
Add the sparkling beauty and soft vocal charm of the Sparkling Gourami to your tank, and enjoy a peaceful, living gem gliding through your aquascape.
Fish Quarantine Process
At 10 Gallon Fish Tanks, we take the health of our fish seriously. Every fish we bring in undergoes a strict 2-4 week quarantine process to ensure they are free of parasites, fungal infections, and bacterial diseases before being introduced to our main tanks.
During this quarantine period, fish are treated with the “Med Trio” as needed:
• Paracleanse – Targets internal & External parasites like worms and protozoans. Things like fish lice, tapeworms, hole in the head, skin and gill flukes.
• Ich-X – Treats external parasites and fungus. Treats Ich and white spot disease.
• Maracyn – An antibiotic that combats bacterial infections, preventing issues like fin rot, skin redness, open wounds, swollen eyes etc.
This quarantine protocol ensures that every fish we sell are healthy, acclimated to Tennessee water, and ready to thrive in their new home.
Water Parameters for Healthy Fish
To help you achieve the best results when acclimating your new fish, we’ve included a photo showing the exact water parameters we maintain in our tanks. These values are carefully monitored and kept stable, ensuring that each fish grows and thrives in a healthy, natural environment.
By following these parameters at home, you can provide the smoothest transition possible for your fish, helping them settle in quickly and comfortably. We’re dedicated to setting you up for success with your new fish, and sharing these details is part of our commitment to their health and your enjoyment.
Shipping Information:
- Our fish, shrimp, & snails are carefully packaged in breathable bags.
- The shipping box is well-insulated to maintain optimal conditions. In most cases, additional heating or cooling packs are not necessary. However, to ensure the health and survival of the fish, shrimp, & snails it is essential that they are brought indoors promptly upon arrival, particularly in extreme weather conditions (either hot or cold). Please monitor the tracking number for updates on the estimated delivery time.
- We ship on Mondays (unless you have a special requested shipping time) with all orders processed by 10 AM. We currently only ship within the United States.
- If there are extreme weather conditions, we may postpone shipments until weather is better to make sure your shrimp arrive safely.
- In the unlikely event of a DOA (Dead on Arrival), we will refund the cost of the fish, shrimp, or snail provided that a photograph of the deceased animal, is still in the packaging, and is submitted within 1 hour of delivery of the package. Please note that any additional shipping costs for the replacement are the responsibility of the buyer. While our shipping methods are designed to minimize the risk of DOA, we cannot control the handling by postal employees or drivers.
We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction with your order. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns.
