Cara Mengenal Pasti Sepat Siam

Untuk mengenal pasti Sepat Siam (Trichopodus pectoralis), perhatikan ciri-ciri utama berikut.

Ciri-ciri Fizikal

Bentuk badan

compressed

Warna

The body is typically silvery-grey to greenish-brown, adorned with numerous oblique, dark, wavy stripes or bands that run from the dorsal fin to the anal fin, giving it a 'snakeskin' appearance. A prominent dark spot is often present at the caudal peduncle. The ventral fins are elongated and filamentous, often with a reddish or orange tint.

Jenis sisik

ctenoid

Kedudukan mulut

superior

Ciri tersendiri

Elongated, filamentous pelvic fins that act as tactile organs., Labyrinth organ for breathing atmospheric air., Oblique, wavy dark stripes on the body., Dark spot at the caudal peduncle.

Sirip dorsal

Single, long-based dorsal fin with 15-17 spines and 10-13 soft rays.

Sirip ekor

Rounded to slightly emarginate caudal fin.

Sirip pektoral

Well-developed, fan-shaped pectoral fins.

Sirip tersendiri

Pelvic fins are highly modified into long, filamentous, sensory feelers, often extending beyond the caudal fin.

Petua Pengenalan

1. 1

   Body Pattern

   Look for the characteristic oblique, wavy dark stripes running along the flanks, resembling snakeskin.

2. 2

   Pelvic Fins

   The extremely long, thread-like pelvic fins are a key identifier for this species and other gouramis in the genus Trichopodus.

3. 3

   Caudal Spot

   A distinct dark spot at the base of the caudal fin is often present, though its intensity can vary.

4. 4

   Size

   Adults can reach up to 25 cm (10 inches) in total length, making them one of the larger gourami species.

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