Where Do Gourami Swim?

They are usually found swimming in the middle or top regions of the aquarium, because Gouramis are labyrinth fish and make use of their labyrinth organ if necessary.

Why does my gourami stay at the bottom of the tank?

Stress. Stress can make gouramis skittish and more likely to hug the bottom of an aquarium. Poor water quality or incorrect water parameters can stress most fish. ... These fish come from colder, subtropical water, so the higher temperatures of most aquariums can stress them out.

How many gouramis should be kept together?

Two or three gouramis can be easily kept in a 10-gallon tank. For each additional fish make sure to add 5 gallons.