Como identificar Giant Gourami

Para identificar Giant Gourami (Osphronemus goramy), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

Juveniles are typically silvery-grey with several dark vertical bands and often a black spot at the base of the caudal fin and another on the shoulder. As they mature, the coloration becomes more uniform, ranging from greyish-brown to golden-yellow, sometimes with a reddish tinge. Older specimens may develop a prominent nuchal hump and thickened lips.

Tipo de escama

ctenoid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Large, robust, and laterally compressed body., Thick, fleshy lips, especially in older individuals., Long, filamentous pelvic fins that act as tactile organs., Possession of a labyrinth organ for atmospheric air breathing., Prominent nuchal hump in mature males.

Nadadeira dorsal

Single, long dorsal fin with 11-16 spines and 10-14 soft rays.

Nadadeira caudal

Rounded caudal fin.

Nadadeira peitoral

Large and rounded.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic fins are modified into long, filamentous feelers, extending almost to the caudal fin.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Size and Body Shape

   Distinguished by its large, deep, and laterally compressed body, reaching up to 70 cm (28 inches) in length and weighing over 10 kg (22 lbs).

2. 2

   Pelvic Fins

   The most striking feature is the pair of long, thread-like pelvic fins, which are sensory organs.

3. 3

   Facial Features

   Possesses thick, fleshy lips and, in mature males, a pronounced nuchal hump on the forehead.

4. 4

   Coloration (Juvenile vs. Adult)

   Juveniles have distinct vertical bands and spots, which fade into a more uniform grey-brown to golden-yellow in adults.

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