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This species can reach a length of 8.8 centimetres (3.5 in) TL. [2] Male dwarf gouramis in the wild have diagonal stripes of alternating blue and red colors; females are a silvery color. Besides the difference in color, the sex can be determined by the dorsal fin. The male's dorsal fin is pointed, while the female's is rounded or curved. [3]
Gouramis will eat either prepared or live foods. Some species can grow quite large and are unsuitable for the general hobbyist. Big gouramis may become territorial with fish that are colourful and a comparable size to them, however that generally depends on the individual's temperament, as some gourami will be more tolerant of tankmates than ...
The climbing perch (Anabas testudineus) is a species of amphibious freshwater fish in the family Anabantidae (the climbing gouramis).A labyrinth fish native to Far Eastern Asia, the fish inhabits freshwater systems from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the west, to Southern China in the east, and to Southeast Asia west of the Wallace Line in the south.
The honey gourami is generally considered to be a non-aggressive community fish, ideal for small aquaria (10 gallons and up). However like other gouramis, male honey gouramis can be aggressive towards each other. For this reason they are best kept apart, unless the tank is large enough for the males to establish territories.
The paradise fish also has a long aquarium history and was one of the first aquarium fish introduced to the West. [4] Many species of gouramies , particular the three spot gourami and the dwarf gourami , are commercially bred for the trade, and several color morphs are commonly available.
Iridovirus dwarf gourami disease is a widespread consequence caused by the poor genetics of the dwarf gourami, a popular fish in the aquarium trade. It is the result of severe inbreeding. [ 2 ] Despite being unable to develop the disease, other gourami become prone to infection if a dwarf gourami in the tank gets the Iridovirus .
The frail gourami (Ctenops nobilis) or noble gourami is a mouth brooding species of gourami native to northeastern India and Bangladesh. [1] [2] This species grows to a length of 10 cm (3.9 in). It is only seldom found in the aquarium trade, courtesy of its extreme sensitivity to shipping stress and high levels of aggression. [3]
The thick-lipped gourami has been widely transported around the world for the aquarium fish industry. [2] It is a generally peaceful fish for a tropical community aquarium . [ 4 ] Like other Trichogaster species, it tends to be a bit shy and hides under plant life when it feels threatened. [ 5 ]