Woodthorpe Hall Aquatics Golden Gourami (Trichopodus Trichopterus)

The Golden Gourami (Trichopodus Trichopterus) is a vibrant and robust freshwater fish, ideal for aquarium enthusiasts, including beginners. Native to Southeast Asia, it's adaptable to various conditions, thriving in many aquarium environments.

Yet, it's more aggressive than other Gouramis, especially males, who may become hostile with growth, exhibiting behaviours like attacking smaller fish. Despite being sold in pairs, Golden Gouramis do not pair for life. Males may court multiple females, who in the confined space of an aquarium, cannot escape unwanted attention. To mitigate this, it's recommended to house multiple females per male to spread his attention and minimize stress.

Compatibility

Golden Gouramis prefer a peaceful environment and are incompatible with aggressive, fast-moving fish. Choose tank mates like Plecostomus, Cherry Barbs, and Mystery Snails, which have similar temperaments and care needs. Avoid fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs and Blue Tetras, and do not pair with species smaller than 4 inches to prevent aggression. The Golden Gourami's ability to breathe atmospheric air requires open access to the water's surface in a tank with ample vegetation and spaces mimicking a marsh or swamp for hiding. Ensure the tank is at least 90 cm (36 inches) long and uses a filtration system with gentle to moderate flow, like a sponge filter, to match their preference against strong currents.

Diet

The Golden Gourami, being an omnivorous species, has a diverse diet that includes live, frozen, freeze-dried and flake foods. Providing a high-quality flake or granular food as a staple diet is recommended, which can be supplemented with various substitutes such as bloodworms, white worms, and brine shrimp. An occasional feeding of blanched vegetables can also be provided to maintain a balanced diet.

Origin and Environment

The Golden Gourami, a colour variant developed from the Three Spot Gourami, entered the aquarium trade in 1970. This particular breed, created through selective breeding, does not have a natural habitat due to its origins in captivity. These Gouramis are widely distributed across Southeast Asia and Indonesia, preferring shallow water areas with low flow.

Payment Methods

We accept all major Credit and Debit cards, and these are processed via a third party payment gateway called Opayo. 

We also accept payments via PayPal, PayPal credit, Clearpay and Klarna which are both pay in 4 interest-free instalments. 

Also, you can pay using Android and Apple Pay if you are using a compatible device. 

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

Security

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Next Day Shipping cut off is at Noon/12:00pm

Orders after that time will be processed the next working day

Please Note: Certain ponds, aquariums, all pond plants, and all livestock are excluded from free delivery.

The blue highlighted area on the map below is where we deliver on our own vehicle. Unfortunately, if you are not in one of these postcode zones we are unable to deliver certain items such as plants, small glass items and selective other products.

We offer a few different delivery options depending on the size and value of your order.

Certain orders over £50 qualify for free mainland UK (excludes Northern Ireland, Pond Plants, and livestock) delivery which will arrive within 3-5 working days of the order being processed.

Orders Below £50 in Mainland UK will be charged a standard delivery fee of £5.99.

Pond Plant and Tropical/Marine/Pond Livestock will be charged a delivery fee of £19.99.

Additional Shipping Charges

For any orders that do not include Aquariums, the below is charged:

Next Working Day Parcel Delivery to Mainland UK - £7.99 OR £2.99 if the order is over £50 (excludes Northern Ireland)

Standard Parcel Delivery to Northern Ireland £8.99

Standard Parcel Delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands £9.99

Standard Parcel Delivery to Jersey & Guernsey £12.99

For all Aquarium, Medium - Extra Large Terrarium/Vivarium/Paludarium deliveries (Excluding biOrbs & Smaller Aquariums), the below is charged:

You must be present for delivery and please check your item before signing for delivery.

A payment link will be sent to you if redelivery is required.

Next Working Day Pallet Delivery - £20

2 Hour Booking Slot Pallet Delivery - £20

Pallet Delivery to Northern Ireland - £45

Saturday and OptiClear 90 & 120 Delivery - £60

Pallet Delivery to Isle of Wight (PO30 and Above) and Scottish Highlands (AB, PH, IV1-36, IV, KW1-14, KY, PA21-41) - £45

Pallet Delivery to the Scottish Isles (KA27-28, PA60-90, ZE, JE, GY, IM, IV40-56, KW15-17, PH42-44, PA20, PA42-49) - £120

Pallet Delivery to Outer Hebrides (HS) - £140

Pond's over 1000 litres will be a curb side pallet delivery.

Aquariums over 125 litre will be a curb side pallet delivery.

The couriers we use are Royal Mail, DX, APC, and UPN.

Standard Delivery

Northern Ireland Standard Delivery

Next Day Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Saturday Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Livestock Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Plant Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Standard Curb Side Pallet Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Next Day Curb Side Pallet Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Saturday Curb Side Pallet Delivery

Cut off is Noon/12:00pm

Northern Ireland Curb Side Pallet Delivery