Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius)

Quarantined gourami for planted aquariums and carefully selected community setups in Canada.

The Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami is a selectively bred colour form of the Dwarf Gourami, appreciated for its compact size, bright blue patterning, and peaceful centerpiece presence in smaller planted aquariums.

Why This Fish Stands Out

• Bright blue colour form with compact adult size
• Popular centerpiece fish for smaller planted community tanks
• Labyrinth fish that naturally uses the water surface to breathe air

Aquarium Setup & Behaviour

Use a calm, mature aquarium with plants, floating cover, gentle flow, and peaceful tankmates. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

Best kept with peaceful community fish. Male dwarf gouramis can become territorial, so avoid crowding multiple males in a small tank.

Feeding

Feed quality small pellets or flakes with frozen/live foods as variety. A calm feeding environment helps this fish settle well.

Natural Colour & Livestock Integrity

The blue colour is a selectively bred line and should remain natural under healthy care. Topick Aquarium does not use hormones to artificially enhance colour.

Topick Aquarium Livestock Standard

All fish at Topick Aquarium are carefully quarantined and conditioned to our stable local tap water before sale. Although this species may have different natural habitat preferences in the wild, we focus on stability, gradual acclimation, healthy feeding, and mature aquarium systems before fish become available to customers.

Care Summary

• Scientific Name: Trichogaster lalius
• Adult Size: Approximately 6–8 cm
• Care Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Recommended Tank: Mature planted freshwater aquarium with stable filtration and compatible tankmates

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neon Blue Gourami the same as Blue Gourami?
No. This listing refers to the Neon Blue Dwarf Gourami, a compact Dwarf Gourami colour form, not the larger Three-Spot Blue Gourami.

Does this gourami need access to the surface?
Yes. Like other labyrinth fish, it should always have open access to the water surface to breathe air.

Can I keep more than one male dwarf gourami together?
It is possible only in larger, well-planted aquariums, but one male is usually safer for smaller community tanks.

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