The Thick-lipped gourami (Trichogaster labiosa) is a freshwater fish of the family Osphronemidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The thick-lipped gourami is a labyrinth fish (Osphronemidae) from shallow, slow-flowing fresh water of Myanmar and nearby in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed body with conspicuously thick lips and thread-like pelvic fins that serve as feelers; males show blue and orange oblique bands. As a labyrinth fish it can gulp air in oxygen-poor water. It eats small invertebrates, larvae and algae, and the male builds a bubble nest. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Thick-lipped gourami?
The Thick-lipped gourami has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly multicoloured.
Where does the Thick-lipped gourami live?
The Thick-lipped gourami lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Thick-lipped gourami get?
The Thick-lipped gourami grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Thick-lipped gourami dangerous to humans?
No, the Thick-lipped gourami is harmless to humans.
Is the Thick-lipped gourami edible?
Yes, the Thick-lipped gourami is a highly prized food fish.
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Same genus Trichogaster
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