Identity and origin
- Origin
- Sumatra, Java and Kalimantan; wider Southeast Asia
- Identity
- Native Indonesian croaking gourami
A small, striped labyrinth fish known for sound production during social interactions. It is distinct from the sparkling gourami, Trichopsis pumila; similar trade names do not establish the same native range.
Habitat and care
Shallow, heavily vegetated standing or slow-moving freshwater. Habitat and identity reference
Provide planted cover, calm water and unobstructed surface access. Record locality separately from aquarium strain.
Before choosing this species
Care-planning notes. Confirm exact requirements for the species and source population.
- Confirm the adult size and social behaviour of the exact species before planning its aquarium.
- Establish biological filtration and stable water conditions before introducing animals.
- Ask for locality, captive history and the actual animal’s feeding record; a catalogue image cannot provide these.
Evidence record
Conservation record: Least Concern (LC); assessment year 2019. Conservation source record. This retained reference is an index or secondary record; the direct assessment and date require verification. Check for a newer assessment before making conservation or sourcing decisions.
Catalogue inclusion confirms a research record, not current stock, legal export, or destination-country import permission.
