Osphronemus Laticlavius, Giant Red Fin Gourami

Common name: Giant red fin gourami, Red-tail gourami
Scientific name: Osphronemus laticlavius
Origin: S.E. Asia
Size: Up to 20" (50cm)
Compatibility: Can be territorial, combine with other large robust fish.
Tank setup: A very large tank (5x2x2' minimum for an adult), with minimal robust decor
Temperature: 22-28oC (72-82oF)
Water chemistry: Not critical: soft to medium hard, pH 6.2-7.8
Feeding: Omnivorous, almost any foods accepted - pellet foods ideal as a staple, include some green foods. May eat small fish.
Breeding: Unknown - likely to be similar to the Giant gourami (O. goramy)
Sexing: Unknown
Comments: This species was described relatively recently, in the 1990's, and has previously been rare in the aquarium trade.