How to Identify Osphronemidae

Osphronemidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Perciformes, class . The family contains 10 accepted species worldwide.

Key Identification Features

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Representative Osphronemidae Species

How to identify Betta pugnax (Cantor, 1849)

Betta pugnax (Cantor, 1849)

Betta pugnax (Cantor, 1849)

Betta pugnax, the Penang betta, is a widespread Southeast Asian mouthbrooding wi…

How to identify Macropodus hongkongensis Freyhof & Herder, 2002

Macropodus hongkongensis Freyhof & Herder, 2002

Macropodus hongkongensis Freyhof & Herder, 2002

Macropodus hongkongensis, the Hong Kong black paradise fish, is an endemic Chine…

How to identify Macropodus opercularis (Linnaeus, 1758)

Macropodus opercularis (Linnaeus, 1758)

Macropodus opercularis (Linnaeus, 1758)

Macropodus opercularis, the paradise fish, is a popular East Asian freshwater or…

How to identify Trichopsis vittata (Cuvier, 1831)

Trichopsis vittata (Cuvier, 1831)

Trichopsis vittata (Cuvier, 1831)

Trichopsis vittata, the croaking gourami, is native to Southeast Asian still wat…

How to identify Betta splendens Regan, 1910

Betta splendens Regan, 1910

Betta splendens Regan, 1910

Betta splendens, or Siamese fighting fish, is a popular adaptable freshwater fis…

How to identify Macropodus ocellatus Cantor, 1842

Macropodus ocellatus Cantor, 1842

Macropodus ocellatus Cantor, 1842

Macropodus ocellatus Cantor, 1842 is a fish that reaches 5–8 cm in total length,…

How to identify Osphronemus goramy Lacepède, 1801

Osphronemus goramy Lacepède, 1801

Osphronemus goramy Lacepède, 1801

Osphronemus goramy, the giant gourami, is a large Southeast Asian freshwater fis…

How to identify Trichopodus trichopterus (Pallas, 1770)

Trichopodus trichopterus (Pallas, 1770)

Trichopodus trichopterus (Pallas, 1770)

Trichopodus trichopterus, the three spot gourami, is an Asian freshwater fish co…

How to identify Trichopodus pectoralis Regan, 1910

Trichopodus pectoralis Regan, 1910

Trichopodus pectoralis Regan, 1910

Trichopodus pectoralis (snakeskin gourami) is a labyrinth fish native to Southea…

How to identify Trichopodus leerii (Bleeker, 1852)

Trichopodus leerii (Bleeker, 1852)

Trichopodus leerii (Bleeker, 1852)

Trichopodus leerii, the pearl gourami, is a freshwater fish native to Southeast …

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you identify Osphronemidae?

Osphronemidae animals belong to the Perciformes order in the Animalia kingdom. These two dark bands meet at the base of the caudal peduncle, forming a distinct spot. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.

What are the key characteristics of Osphronemidae?

Osphronemidae is classified in the order Perciformes, class , phylum Chordata. While aquarium-bred individuals are widely known for their bright colors and large, flowing fins, wild B.

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