Dwarf Gourami
colisa lalia

It belongs to the family Belontiidae.

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Cost: $3-5

Origin:
Indian subcontinent.

Description:
A very compressed, elongated ovoid. The anal and dorsal fins almost reach the caudal fin. The pelvic fins are like long antenna looking things. Gets up to 2 inches (5cm).

Color:
Very colorful. Basic color is a bright red, with the males having a slanted double row of luminous light blue-green spots which also extend onto its fins. The head to the back of the gill area and belly are a brilliant blue green. The end of the anal fin and the caudal are red. The pelvis fins are orange.

Sexual distinction:
The color on a female will be much paler, and she will have rounded anal and dorsal fins.

Tank conditions:

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The main thing is that you need to keep your water warm. Temperature 75-82 degrees Fahrenheit (24-28 Celsius). Other then that no special requirements. A good healthy tank would have plenty of plants and medium lighting and a tight cover.

Food:
Will eat live or a high quality dried food.

Behavior:
Will be territorial, but usually will not inflict damage on to its tank mates.

Breeding:
Builds bubble nests. Algae and floating leaves and plant stems will be incorporates into the nest. Will demonstrate multiple acts of spawning. The male will look after the eggs.

Compatibility:
Will coexist with other territorial species.

CAUTION!!!
This is an extremely good jumping fish and needs a very tight lid fixture.