Fishing for Kissing gourami

Helostoma temminckii

The kissing gourami is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive "kissing" behavior. It features a laterally compressed body with a pale pink or greenish hue. Typically reaching up to 12 inches and weighing around 2 pounds, it inhabits slow-moving waters in Southeast Asia. An omnivorous species, it feeds on algae, plant matter, and small invertebrates. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Kissing gourami

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Kissing gourami

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Kissing gourami

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Kissing gourami

2 in · 2 oz

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