Pearl gourami
Trichopodus leerii
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Wonder of Water
| Diet | aquatic plants, algae, small invertebrates, and zooplankton |
|---|---|
| Size | Up to almost 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Malay Peninsula, Thailand, and Indonesia |
| Habitat | In swamps and streams among dense vegetation. |
Did you know?
- Gouramis are labyrinth fish, which means they have a lung-like organ that allows them to breathe air at the surface of the water.