Kissing Gourami
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Kissing Gourami -- helostoma temmincki See more aquarium fish pictures.
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Scientific name: Helostoma temmincki
Although the Kissing Gourami can grow to 12 inches, in most tanks it only reaches about half that at the most. The "kissing" done by these fish is not a sign of affection; the behavior is used to settle minor disputes.
Tank conditions should include a water temperature of 72º to 82º Fahrenheit, a pH between 6.8 and 8.5, and soft to moderately hard water. All flake and freeze-dried foods are eaten, but a substantial amount of the Kissing Gourami's diet should include vegetable flakes or, especially for larger fish, vegetable pellets and blanched zucchini.
To learn more about freshwater aquariums, see:
- Aquariums
- Aquarium Basics
- How to Choose Aquarium Equipment
- How to Set Up an Aquarium
- How to Maintain an Aquarium
- How to Choose Aquarium Fish
- How to Care for Aquarium Fish
- Freshwater Aquarium Fish
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