The Spiketail paradisefish (Pseudosphromenus dayi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Osphronemidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The spiketail paradisefish is a small labyrinth fish (Osphronemidae) from fresh and slightly brackish water of southwestern India and Sri Lanka. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender, red-brown body with fine longitudinal lines and a tapering tail. Thanks to a labyrinth organ it can gulp air in oxygen-poor water. The male builds a bubble nest, often in a cavity, and guards the eggs. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spiketail paradisefish?
The Spiketail paradisefish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Spiketail paradisefish live?
The Spiketail paradisefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Spiketail paradisefish get?
The Spiketail paradisefish grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Spiketail paradisefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Spiketail paradisefish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Pseudosphromenus
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