The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

Kissing Gourami Helostoma Temminckii 5cm

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£11.00

Delivered alive, guaranteed

Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.

When will my fish arrive?

Order placedDelivery day
Up to Monday 11:00amThursday (that week)
Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00amFriday (that week)
Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00amSaturday (that week)
Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time)Thursday (following week)

Kissing Gourami Helostoma Temminckii 5cm The Kissing Gourami, scientifically known as Helostoma temminckii, is a charming freshwater fish originating from Southeast Asia. Renowned for their distinctive "kissing" behavior, these gouramis are peaceful and sociable, making them a delightful addition to community tanks. Feeding these gouramis is a breeze as they readily accept various foods like flakes, pellets, and live or frozen treats. They thrive on a diet comprising both vegetation and protein-rich foods. When considering tank mates, choose companions that share their peaceful demeanor. Avoid pairing them with fin nippers or aggressive species to maintain their serenity. These gouramis are generally non-aggressive but can display territorial behavior during mating periods. Their care requirements are moderate, suitable for aquarists with some prior experience in maintaining freshwater setups. A spacious tank with ample vegetation and hiding spots replicates their natural habitat, encouraging their well-being. Maintain water parameters within a range of 72-82°F (22-28°C) with a pH level of 6.8-7.8 and moderate water flow. Regular water changes and filtration are essential to ensure a clean and healthy environment for these delightful and personable Kissing Gouramis."

Please Note

The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.

It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.


Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.

Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.

We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.

Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.