💙 Blue Balloon Gourami – Peaceful, Colorful & Perfect for Community Aquariums
The Blue Balloon Gourami is a selectively bred variant of the popular Dwarf Gourami, prized for its soft sky-blue coloration and unique, rounded “balloon” body shape. These charming fish are peaceful, slow-moving, and full of personality — ideal for planted aquariums and calm community setups. 🌿🐠
Known for their gentle nature and graceful movement, Blue Balloon Gouramis thrive in tanks with plants, driftwood, and low to moderate flow. Their striking blue hue stands out beautifully against green plants, making them a favorite among aquarists seeking a colorful but peaceful centerpiece fish. ✨
📸 Representative photo – actual fish you receive may vary slightly in size and coloration.
Quick Facts:
- Scientific Name: Trichogaster lalius (Balloon Morph)
- Common Name: Blue Balloon Gourami / Balloon Dwarf Gourami
- Origin: Farm-raised (descended from India, Pakistan & Bangladesh populations)
- Adult Size: 2.5–3 inches
- Temperament: Peaceful; great for planted community tanks
- Tank Size: 10+ gallons (20+ recommended for multiple Gouramis)
- Diet: Omnivorous – flakes, micro pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
- Water Parameters: 74–82°F | pH 6.5–7.5 | Soft to moderately hard water | Low flow
Care Tips 💙
- Provide floating plants or shaded areas to help them feel secure.
- Keep with peaceful tankmates (tetras, rasboras, corydoras, snails).
- Avoid housing with fin-nippers or very active species.
- Offer a varied diet to enhance color and overall health.
Shipping Information 📦
- We use the safest, fastest shipping methods to ensure live arrival. 🚚
- Orders ship on Mondays and Wednesdays to avoid weekend delays.
- Heat or Cold Packs included when needed depending on your weather. ❄️🔥
DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival) ✅
- Photos Required: Clear photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of delivery, followed by a photo of the fish on a paper towel. 📸
- Refund Policy: Refunds apply to the fish only; shipping costs are non-refundable. Please allow 2–3 business days for careful preparation before shipping.
Out of Stock? No Problem! 🐟
- Choose a Replacement Fish from our Gourami or Community Fish collection.
- Wait Until Restocked – we’ll notify you as soon as they become available again.
- Request a Full Refund – quick and simple. 💯
Add the Blue Balloon Gourami to your aquarium for color, calmness, and beauty that brightens any community tank. Shop confidently with Source Aquatics – your trusted supplier of healthy, vibrant freshwater fish. 💙🐠
