Osphronemus goramy

Family Osphronemidae. Distribution The greater Sunda Islands. Description Shape: oval, strongly compressed sides. Head very small; thick, protruding lower jaw. Pelvic fins have threadlike elongations. Young fish slimmer, with more pointed head. Color: adult specimens brownish, wilh dark back and lighter belly. Size: 1 ft 1 ¿in (60cm). often up to 3ft 3^in (1m) and 22lb (10kg). Sexual differences: females have rounded anal and dorsal fins. Environment In quiet waters, preferably clean with plenty of vegetation, but also in slimy ponds and mudholes. Temperature: 63-81 *F (17-27 °C). pH and water hardness: no specific requirements Furnishings: large tank with some floating plants for cover. Feeding Omnivorous

Biology Behavior: breathes atmospheric air using its respiratory organ called a labyrinth. Reproduction: 4 bubble-nest builder. The male guards the young. Social hfe: very peaceable. Suitable for indoor aquaria only when young, as they grow very fast. Compatibility: very suitable for community tanks.