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The Croaking Gourami (Trichopsis vittata) is a delightful and unique freshwater fish, renowned for its fascinating ability to produce audible 'croaking' sounds, particularly during courtship rituals or territorial disputes. These small, elongated gouramis typically grow to about 2.5 inches (6-7 cm), featuring a streamlined body adorned with subtle horizontal stripes that range from light brown to silvery-grey, often accented with iridescent blue or green hues along their flanks. Their delicate, pointed fins add to their elegant appearance. Peaceful and relatively shy, Croaking Gouramis make excellent additions to well-planted community aquariums. They thrive in tanks with dense vegetation, floating plants, and plenty of hiding spots that mimic their natural slow-moving, vegetated habitats in Southeast Asia. As labyrinth fish, they possess a special organ allowing them to breathe atmospheric air, so access to the water surface is crucial. They are unfussy eaters, readily accepting high-quality flake food, pellets, and various live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms. Their intriguing vocalizations, combined with their hardy nature and captivating behavior, make the Croaking Gourami a truly rewarding species for any aquarist looking for something a little out of the ordinary.

Makes audible croaking sounds.