Common name(s): Kissing gourami, Kissing fish
Scientific name: Helostoma temminkii
Size: Up to 12" (30cm), but usually much smaller (around 6"/15cm).
Origin: Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Java
Tank setup: A larger tank with robust plants and plenty of open swimming space.
Compatibility: Community, but can be territorial
Temperature: 22-30oC (72-86oF)
Water chemistry: Not critical: soft to very hard, pH 6.5-8.5
Feeding: Omnivorous, most foods accepted, include vegetable matter.
Sexing: The sexes are virtually impossible to distinguish.
Breeding: Higher end of the temperature range required for breeding. May build a bubblenest, there is no brood care. Eggs hatch in around 24 hours.
Comments: The mouth-locking which gives rise to the common name is actually contests of strength between males, but no damage is usually done. A golden colour variety is also available. The natural colour is greenish-grey.
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