Please take the time to read this informative article written by Jim and Linda Brown of the Durham Regional Aquarium Society (www.dras.ca). The Thick-lipped Gourami is in fact a beautifully coloured fish, especially when kept in the conditions detailed in this comprehensive write-up.

They are an excellent community fish and can easily be conditioned to spawn. In fact anabantids in general are extremely interesting to observe during their bubble nest building activities. An additional tip is to ensure that there is minimal water surface movement if any during this time and that a cover that almost completely seals the top of the breeding aquarium is employed as it will help a greater percentage of fry to survive.

Article : Trichogaster labiosus The Thick-Lipped Gourami

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