Sparkling Gourami

Small in stature, huge on personality. The Sparkling Gourami (also known as the Pygmy Croaking Gourami) is one of the most mesmerizing nano species in the aquarium hobby. Under proper aquarium lighting, their iridescent turquoise and emerald spots shimmer like living glitter against a warm reddish-brown body, anchored by striking electric-blue eyes.

Why Choose Sparkling Gouramis?

Iridescent Nano Beauty: Reaching a maximum length of just 3.8 cm (1.5 inches), they make an exceptional centerpiece species for nano tanks and heavily planted aquascapes.

Audible Croaking Behavior: Males produce a distinct purring or croaking sound during courtship and friendly displays of dominance—a fascinating acoustic trait unique to Trichopsis species.

Inquisitive Nature: They glide gracefully through plant thickets, actively hunting micro-prey and observing their environment with calm, curious personalities.

Scientific Name | Trichopsis pumila 

Adult Size - 3.5 – 4 cm 

Minimum Tank Size - 38 Liters 

Water Temperature - 24°C – 28°C 

PH Range:6.0 – 7.5 

Water Hardness: 3 – 10 dGH 

Temperament: Peaceful - Nano-Community Friendly

Diet - Carnivore/Omnivore - Micro-pellets, live/frozen bloodworms, baby brine shrimp

Habitat & Tankmate Recommendations

Flourish best in densely planted setups featuring tall background flora, wood tangled micro-caves, and floating cover (Pistia, Salvinia, or Frogbit).

 As labyrinth fish requiring surface access for atmospheric air, prefer gentle filtration with low current and minimal surface agitation.

 Ideal Companions: Pair with

micro rasboras

small tetras

chili rasboras

dwarf Corydoras

Otocinclus.

Note: Adults may opportunistically hunt tiny shrimplets, though adult dwarf shrimp like Neocaridina generally coexist well in thick plant cover.