The Bintan licorice gourami (Parosphromenus bintan) is a freshwater fish of the family Osphronemidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Bintan licorice gourami is a tiny labyrinth fish (Osphronemidae) from blackwater peat-swamp streams of Sumatra and adjacent islands in Southeast Asia. The species grows to only about 3 cm; courting males flush with red, blue and black bands on the fins. Thanks to a labyrinth organ it can gulp air in oxygen-poor, soft, acidic water. Through loss of peat swamps the species is vulnerable. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bintan licorice gourami?
The Bintan licorice gourami has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bintan licorice gourami live?
The Bintan licorice gourami lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Bintan licorice gourami get?
The Bintan licorice gourami grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Bintan licorice gourami dangerous to humans?
No, the Bintan licorice gourami is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Parosphromenus
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