Gouramis are a hearty popular species of fish that make a great addition to your aquarium.
Learn more about Gourami care, preferred tank mates, and aquarium setup. For detailed information about a specific species of Gouramis, check out these species profiles.
Gourami Profiles
Blue (3 Spot) Gourami
Chocolate Gourami
Dwarf Gourami
Kissing Gourami
Moonlight Gourami
Pearl Gourami
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Some say pets are only animals that you can touch and pet, like cats or dogs. What do you think - do your fish qualify as pets? How about petting them? Do you ever touch or pet your fish? Cast your vote in the pet fish poll.
Are Your Fish Pets?
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Absolutely!
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No, fish aren't pets
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Do You Touch/Pet Your Fish?
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Yes, I touch my fish
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No, I don't touch my fish
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Many people can remember having a
Goldfish bowl at one time or another. Ever wonder if they were the best home for a Goldfish? After all, the bowl is named after the Goldfish, so it must be designed for them, right? Read on for reasons why you should rethink keeping Goldfish in a bowl.
Photo © Shirlie L Sharpe
For many years chlorine was the standard treatment for city tap water, and aquarium owners knew they had to treat tap water before using it in their aquarium. In recent years many cities are switching to chloramine treatment instead.
Now the question is, do you have chloramine treated tap water, and is it safe for use in your aquarium? Here's what you need to know about identifying and using
chloramine treated water in your aquarium.