How do I know if my gourami is happy?

You know your gouramis are happy if they show the following signs of being happy and healthy:

  1. Healthy appetite.
  2. Active swimming near the surface.
  3. No injuries or abnormal growths.
  4. No white spots or blemishes.
  5. Clear, normal eyes, that are not cloudy or bulging.
  6. Bright and vibrant scale colors.
  7. Not hiding all the time.

Are kissing gouramis aggressive?

Kissing gouramis rate as semi-aggressive. They are not as brutal as some fish, but not exactly peaceful either. Most of the this species’ aggression is directed at fish that look similar to it, particularly those with the same shape. For this reason, other gouramis should probably not share a tank with this species.

What is normal gourami behavior?

Normal behavior for a gourami involves swimming near the top of the aquarium. Gouramis have a structure in their gills called the labyrinth organ, a bit of anatomy they share with their close relatives the bettas. This organ allows them to breath oxygen from the air.

How many kissing gouramis should be kept together?

You can keep two or three Kissing Gouramis together. However, it depends on the tank size and makes sure there is enough space for plants, substrate, and the fish themselves. You keep one male together with one or two females but never two males together to avoid fighting.

Are gouramis shy?

The dwarf gourami is a peaceful and shy fish. If you have a pair of them, the two fish will swim together. Dwarf gouramis are considered labyrinth fish, which means they breathe straight from the air with a lung-like labyrinth organ and need to have access to the water’s surface.

Why do kissing gouramis chase other fish?

Gouramis are most territorial towards other Gouramis and are particularly aggressive towards Gouramis of the same sex. To put it simply, if a fish looks similar and is of the same sex, a Gourami may see this as a threat and will become aggressive towards the other fish, often chasing after it or nipping its fins.

Do kissing gouramis chase each other?

Temperament / Behavior : They can be territorial at times and will fight with their mouths. We’ve found that it is good to get a pair so that when they are feeling aggressive they will chase each other around instead of the other tropical fish.

How can you tell if a kissing gourami is male or female?

Male and Female Gouramis Females have a rounded belly compared to the males. However, the dorsal (top) fin is the most distinctive difference that can be seen between males and females. The dorsal fin of the female is short and rounded, while the male has a longer dorsal fin that comes to a point.

How often do you feed kissing gourami?

Amount to Feed Feed your kissing gouramis only as much food as they can consume in three to five minutes and offer them food twice a day.

How can you tell if a fish is sad?

If your fish is swimming frantically without going anywhere, crashing at the bottom of his tank, rubbing himself on gravel or rocks, or locking his fins at his side, he may be experiencing significant stress. Talk to your veterinarian about treatment and look into what may be causing the stress and alleviating it.

How do I know if my fish tank is happy?

Your fish are happy and healthy when they:

  1. Swim actively throughout the entire tank, not just hanging out or laying at the bottom, floating near the top or hiding behind plants and ornaments.
  2. Eat regularly and swim to the surface quickly at feeding time.