Sunset Honey Gourami

Trichogaster chuna

Also known as: Red Honey Gourami, Gold Honey Gourami, Honey Sunset Gourami

A variety of Honey Gourami

A bright orange-gold color form of the honey gourami, one of the gentlest gouramis available.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–82°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

4–15 dGH

Max size

2 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Pair

Swim level

All

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

4-6 years

Breeding

Bubble-nester

Suitability

Common

Origin

Cultivated form (wild species: India, Bangladesh)

A hardy, shy fish for 10 gallons or more with plants and floating cover. It can be kept singly or in small groups with more females than males. Choose calm tankmates, as boisterous fish will outcompete it for food.