Paradise Fish
Paradise Fish –
You may also know them as either the paradisefish, or paradise gourami (Macropodus opercularis).
It is a species of gourami that you can find in most types of fresh water in East Asia, ranging from the Korean Peninsula to northern Vietnam.
This species can reach a length of 6.7 cm (2.6 in), though most are only about 5.5 cm (2.2 in). Paradise fish are fairly combative, harassing and attacking each other, as well as potentially killing small fish. During a fight, the paradise fish will often change its color, usually displaying dark blue lateral lines on the sides of their bodies; extend its fins; and spread out its operculum.
They are tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, surviving in cool and warm waters alike. You can keep them in outdoor ponds, or even the simplest of unheated aquaria. They will accept virtually any food, but should be given a reasonably high-protein diet (as opposed to vegetable-based foods.) These fish also eat mosquito larvae, black worms,brine shrimp, and small flies.
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