{"product_id":"blue-gourami-adult-3-4-cm-pack-of-4-total-delivered-price-375-per-fish","title":"Blue Gourami | Juvenile | 3-4 cm | Pack of 4 | Total Delivered Price ₹375\/- Per Fish","description":"\u003ch1\u003e🐠 Blue Gourami – Juvenile Pack (4 Fish)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e | Hardy, intelligent labyrinth fish with shimmering blue coloration and exceptional community aquarium appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd beauty, personality, and versatility to your aquarium with the \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Gourami\u003c\/strong\u003e. One of the most recognizable gourami species in the hobby, \u003cem\u003eTrichopodus trichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e is loved for its metallic blue coloration, graceful appearance, and interactive nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese juveniles are ideal for aquarists seeking a hardy yet attractive species that develops into a stunning centerpiece fish as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Why aquarists love Blue Gouramis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful metallic blue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e — eye-catching in both planted and community aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eElegant finnage and graceful movement\u003c\/strong\u003e — constantly visible and engaging\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHighly intelligent species\u003c\/strong\u003e — quickly recognizes its environment and routine\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHardy and adaptable\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for a wide range of freshwater 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exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalm yet curious personality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent adaptability to captive conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialized labyrinth organ that allows atmospheric air breathing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir intelligence and adaptability have made them one of the most popular gourami species worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🏡 Ideal aquarium setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Gouramis thrive best in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNature-style aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoutheast Asian biotope aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-maintained freshwater systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 liters or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense planting 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aquarists alike\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Professionally packed for live arrival\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery shipment is treated as a \u003cstrong\u003elive biological transport\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a standard parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour fish are packed using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxygen-filled fish bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature-insulated packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock-absorbing thermocol protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFastest safe transport routes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis minimizes transit stress and improves live arrival success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🛡️ Live Arrival Guaranteed*\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstant Refund or Full Replacement for DoAs in accordance with our Refund Policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 You are not taking the risk alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e💰 Total 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Native to the slow-moving rivers, floodplains, and wetlands of Southeast Asia, this species is well adapted to densely vegetated habitats with low to moderate water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody coloration typically presents as metallic blue to blue-grey with subtle iridescent highlights distributed across the flanks and finnage. Most specimens retain the species’ characteristic dark body markings, including a prominent mid-body spot and a second marking at the caudal peduncle, creating the appearance of the traditional \"three-spot\" pattern. Colour intensity develops progressively with maturity and is influenced by environmental stability, nutrition, and social hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the labyrinth fish group, the Blue Gourami possesses a specialized labyrinth organ that enables atmospheric oxygen utilization in addition to conventional gill respiration. The species also exhibits elongated pelvic fin filaments that function as tactile sensory organs, allowing individuals to explore their surroundings and interact with tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehaviour is generally peaceful yet confident, with individuals displaying inquisitive and observant personalities. Mature specimens may establish territories, particularly during breeding periods, but aggression is typically manageable within appropriately structured aquaria. Their adaptability and resilience have made them one of the most enduring ornamental gourami species in freshwater aquaculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens supplied are lab-reared and system-acclimated within controlled, closed-system environments, minimizing early-life stress and supporting predictable long-term adaptation to aquarium conditions. This lineage represents domesticated ornamental stock maintained for colour consistency, behavioural stability, and aquarium suitability rather than wild ecological function or conservation deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem \u0026amp; Rearing Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e In-house, Nero Labs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRearing environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlled, closed system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectively maintained ornamental labyrinth fish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, observant, mildly territorial with maturity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwater to upper-midwater, deliberate movement patterns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; accepts prepared, frozen, and live feeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted aquaria with calm zones and surface access\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Progressive; metallic blue intensity strengthens with maturity and environmental stability\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorphological traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Possesses a labyrinth organ and elongated sensory pelvic filaments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor variation in blue saturation, body markings, and finnage development may occur between individuals and reflects normal biological diversity within maintained ornamental populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailability \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of Blue Gouramis is cycle-dependent and determined by biological readiness rather than inventory-driven targets. 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