Red Honey Gourami (Trichogaster Chuna)

Warm, vivid, and wonderfully peaceful — the Red Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna, red form) is a stunning colour variant of the popular Honey Gourami, displaying a vivid red to orange-red colouration that makes it one of the most colourful and eye-catching small gouramis available. Hardy, peaceful, and easy to keep — a perfect addition to any planted nano or community aquarium.

Overview

Appearance

The Red Honey Gourami displays a vivid red to orange-red colouration across the entire body, with the intensity of colour most vivid in males in breeding condition. The long, thread-like pelvic fins — characteristic of all gouramis — trail gracefully below the body. Males display the most intense red colouration, while females are more subdued. Under aquarium lighting, the vivid red body glows warmly, making this one of the most colourful small gouramis available.

Water Parameters & Tank Setup

• Temperature: 72 – 82°F (22 – 28°C)
• pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• General Hardness (GH): 2 – 15 dGH
• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons
• Plants & Decor: Heavily planted tanks with floating plants; gentle filtration preferred

Diet & Feeding

• Staple: High-quality micro pellets, flake food, and gourami-specific foods
• Treats: Frozen baby brine shrimp, daphnia, micro worms, and bloodworms

Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily.

Compatibility & Tank Mates

One of the most peaceful gouramis available. Excellent tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, and Neocaridina shrimp. Avoid boisterous or aggressive fish that may stress them.

Breeding

Bubble nest builders. Males construct a floating bubble nest and court females. Eggs are deposited in the nest and guarded by the male. Fry hatch in 24–48 hours.

The Red Honey Gourami is a warm and vivid little fish that brings glowing red colour and gentle personality to any planted aquarium. A perfect choice for nano and community tanks alike.