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Occasional vegetable-based foods help maintain digestion and health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eGenerally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e, but males can be mildly territorial—especially toward other gouramis. Ideal companions include \u003cstrong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003etetras, rasboras, Corydoras, rainbowfish, and peaceful barbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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