A very under-rated fish. I have a RTGG that I kept with a pig-nosed turtle for 3 years. Had to downsize and sold the turtle and threw the gourami into a huge koi pond (1.5m deep) 2 years ago. Will have access to the pond end of this year and am EAGER to see how it is. I was a tame fish that can be hand-fed and was 25cm long when I put it in the pond. Been told by my tenants that its still around and its 'huge'. Will try to get photos!
GIANT gouramis
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Finally got a few pics of my guy Popeye. I also measured his tank and it actually comes to 120 gallons (4'x2'x2').
If you read my profile you will see I am aware he needs a larger tank. The only sad thing about my boy is what he lived through before I got him. These pics were taken during his most recent water change (today) (I've had him for ten years. He would not be alive if I didn't change his water occasionally). But thanks for the advice.
We don't all have limitless money to pour into this hobby.... I didn't buy Popeye; I rescued him from his prior owner who had him in a 55 gallon POS and had given up taking care of him. I've given him the best life I could afford and will continue to do so. I keep up with his water changes and feed him a varied diet so he doesn't get bored. Sorry for reacting so strongly but I am offended by the insinuation that I don't take care of him.... he's been with me for 10 years and a very long move from NC to NH, and I have devoted my life to giving him the best I could.
It is very good what you have done but in my opinion if you really love him you should give him away and get yourself suitable fish for that 150.
Like that you would give him to someone who could give him a bigger tank and the conditions necessary.
Like that you would give him to someone who could give him a bigger tank and the conditions necessary.
Gigi has been eating well now. Increased the temp to 29C hoping it will help with the diet problem. She's back to eating lettuce a lot now with shrimps. Also, made a few changes to the tank today by rearranging pump location and cleaning the filter wool.
