Description
Albino Giant Gourami (Osphronemus goramy)
📌 Basic Info
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Scientific Name: Osphronemus goramy (Albino variant)
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Family: Osphronemidae
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Origin: Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia)
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Size: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)
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Lifespan: 15 – 20 years
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Tank Zone: Mid to top-water
🌊 Water Parameters
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TDS: 150 – 300 ppm
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pH: 6.5 – 7.5
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Temperature: 24 – 30°C (75 – 86°F)
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Hardness: 5 – 15 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
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Large, pale white to light pink body with red or orange eyes; slow-growing.
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Peaceful but territorial with same species; can cohabit with other large fish.
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Slow swimmer; enjoys open areas for movement and mid-water exploration.
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Hardy species but requires stable water quality due to large size.
🍽️ Food
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Type: Omnivorous
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Diet: Flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods, vegetables (lettuce, spinach), occasional insects.
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Feeding Schedule: 2–3 times daily; adult fish can eat larger portions.
🛠️ Tank Setup & Maintenance
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Tank Size: Minimum 250 gallons for adult; very large tank required due to size.
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Filtration: Strong, efficient filtration; produces moderate to heavy waste.
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Decor: Open swimming spaces with hardy plants; avoid sharp objects.
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Water Changes: 25–30% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
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Territorial with same species; can be kept singly or in large enough tanks.
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Compatible with other large, peaceful fish; avoid small species.
✅ Do’s
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Provide a large tank with open swimming space.
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Offer a varied diet including vegetables for optimal growth.
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Monitor for territorial behavior if multiple giant gouramis are kept.
❌ Don’ts
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Don’t keep in small tanks.
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Avoid aggressive tank mates.
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Don’t place sharp décor that may injure fins.
⭐ Quick Tips
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Albino Giant Gourami is visually striking and hardy.
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Ideal as a centerpiece fish in very large aquariums.
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Can live 15–20 years with proper care.
