Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami
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- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami, also known as the Blue Dwarf Gourami or Blue Gourami Fish, is a stunning, peaceful species admired for its shimmering sky-blue body and gentle temperament. With its vibrant coloration and calm personality, the Powder Blue Gourami makes an excellent centerpiece for community and planted aquariums.
Originating from the slow-moving streams and rice paddies of India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, the Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius) is a selectively bred color variant of the popular Dwarf Gourami. Its electric blue hue and peaceful nature make it one of the most visually captivating freshwater fish available. As a labyrinth fish, it can breathe both through its gills and by taking in air from the surface, allowing it to thrive in a range of tank conditions.
A full-grown Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami reaches about 2.5 to 3 inches (6–7.5 cm) in length. Its iridescent blue scales and flowing fins reflect beautifully under aquarium lighting, adding a tranquil glow to planted setups. Males typically display more intense coloration, while females are paler with shorter fins. Despite their small blue gourami size, their striking appearance makes them an ideal choice for peaceful community tanks.
Powder Blue Gouramis are gentle, curious, and semi-social fish that do best in calm community aquariums. They are ideal tankmates for Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras catfish, livebearers, and peaceful shrimp species. Avoid housing them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish, as they prefer a quiet environment.
A Powder Blue Gourami tank should include live plants, floating vegetation, and open swimming areas. Their tranquil swimming style and inquisitive nature bring a soothing balance to the aquarium.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami for sale and other Gouramis for sale are tank-raised, healthy, and carefully selected for vivid coloration and optimal size. Shop online or visit our aquarium store in Virginia to discover high-quality freshwater fish for sale, betta fish for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, aquatic plants, and essential aquarium supplies.
WHAT MAKES THIS FISH SPECIAL?
- Iridescent powder-blue coloration that glows under aquarium light
- Peaceful and beginner-friendly species ideal for planted tanks
- Grows up to 3 inches when mature
- Hardy and adaptable to a variety of freshwater setups
- Perfect centerpiece fish for community aquariums
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS
- Tank Size: Minimum 15–20 gallons
- Temperature: 76°–82°F (24°–28°C)
- pH: 6.0–7.5
- Hardness: 4–10 dGH
- Filtration: Gentle flow with stable, warm, and clean water
CARE GUIDELINES
- Diet: Omnivorous. Feed a balanced diet of flakes, micro pellets, freeze-dried or frozen foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia), and occasional vegetable-based foods to enhance color.
- Tank Setup: Include floating plants, soft lighting, and calm water flow. A heavily planted blue gourami aquarium helps reduce stress and allows natural bubble nest building in males.
- Behavior: Peaceful but may show mild territorial behavior toward other males. Best kept singly or as a bonded pair unless housed in large tanks with plenty of space.
Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How big do Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami fish get?
A full-grown Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami reaches about 2.5 to 3 inches (6–7.5 cm) in length. Despite their compact size, these fish have a strong presence thanks to their vivid blue color and flowing fins. Their manageable size makes them perfect for 15–20 gallon community aquariums, where they can comfortably swim among plants and tank mates.
How many Blue Gourami should I keep together?
It’s best to keep one male Powder Blue Gourami per tank unless the aquarium is large (30 gallons or more). Males can be territorial toward one another, especially in smaller spaces. However, you can safely keep a single male with one or two females or a small group of female Blue Gouramis in a peaceful community tank. Always provide plenty of plants and hiding areas to help each fish establish its own territory.
Are Powder Blue Dwarf Gouramis easy to care for?
Yes, Powder Blue Dwarf Gouramis are beginner-friendly and easy to care for. They adapt well to a range of freshwater conditions and thrive in stable temperatures between 76°–82°F (24°–28°C) with gentle filtration and moderate lighting. Feed them a balanced diet of flakes, pellets, and frozen or live foods like brine shrimp or bloodworms. Regular water changes and a calm environment will keep your Blue Gourami fish healthy, colorful, and active for years.
