{"product_id":"5cm-platinum-gourami","title":"Platinum Gourami 4-6cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nta-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"nta-title\"\u003ePlatinum Gourami (\u003cem\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nta-tagline\"\u003eA shimmering platinum form of the classic three-spot gourami, combining elegant colour with the hardy nature gouramis are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSale size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 12–15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 6.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful, but adults can be territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good choice for tropical community aquariums where you want a larger, eye-catching labyrinth fish with a pale metallic finish. Provide enough swimming room, cover and sensible tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Platinum Gourami?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platinum colour form offers the familiar shape and personality of the three-spot gourami in a bright silver-white presentation that stands out particularly well against plants and darker backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive platinum-white colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable once settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabyrinth fish capable of breathing atmospheric air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as a feature fish in appropriately sized community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box nta-warning\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare made simple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep in a mature, heated aquarium with gentle-to-moderate flow, surface access and areas of plant cover. Avoid cramped conditions and watch for territorial behaviour, particularly between mature gouramis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs perfectly with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful tropical community fish of suitable size that are not persistent fin nippers. Avoid overcrowding and choose tankmates with compatible temperature and water requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTA Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gouramis breathe from the surface using a labyrinth organ, so always leave them unobstructed access to atmospheric air above the waterline.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nta-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Platinum Gourami a separate species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a selectively bred colour form of \u003cem\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the three-spot gourami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it live in a community aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually, yes, with compatible tankmates and adequate space, although individual adults can become territorial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43245652607185,"sku":"10020","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/5771\/2849\/files\/platinum_gourami_5cm_2048_4fb9298c-22a9-4310-8f77-a95fda5e3fde.png?v=1786748686","url":"https:\/\/nanotanksaustralia.com.au\/products\/5cm-platinum-gourami","provider":"Nano Tanks Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}