dwarf gourami
fish
Also known as: Colisa lalia
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dwarf gourami
Dwarf gourami (Colisa lalia).
The dwarf gourami (Colisa lalia) is a small, freshwater labyrinth fish native to Asia. Males are distinguished by vibrant light blue bodies with orange-red stripes, while females are less brilliantly colored. These fish are popular in home aquariums and typically reach about 6 cm (2.4 inches) in length. Gouramis, as a group, are known for an elongated ray in each pelvic fin, which they use for sensory purposes.12
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