| Care Level: | Beginner |
| Temperament: | Peaceful |
| Color: | Silvery gray for females; honey-orange and black for males |
| Lifespan: | 4-8 years |
| Size: | 3 inches |
| Diet: | Omnivore |
| Family: | Osphronemidae |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 10 gallons |
| Tank Setup: | Lots of vegetation and hiding spaces with very low current |
| Compatibility: | Same species or other peaceful small fish |
The honey gourami, Trichogaster chuna, was first described by Hamilton and Buchanan in 1822 where they actually mistook males and females for two different species.
This species is ideal for inexperienced aquarists due to its peaceful nature and hardiness.
Even though they are classified as a benthopelagic fish (meaning that they will swim from the sediment to the surface) it prefers the middle and the surface areas of the tank. They are timid and shy specimens and may take a while to get comfortable in your tank. Only once they are relaxed will the male start to show its typical coloring.
Whilst they are not outgoing, they do enjoy some company of their own kind (4 to 6 individuals).
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