Licorice gourami
📖 Overview
Licorice gourami (Parosphromenus deissneri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Osphronemidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12 - 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5 - 6; Anal spines: 12 - 13; Anal soft rays: 8 - 11. In males, the pale subdistal band on the caudal fin incomplete, interrupted posteriorly, constituting a series of oval pale spots on the fin membrane while the rays are dark pigmented.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Licorice gourami is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Licorice gourami is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male protects eggs inside caves.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.6 - 7.2; dH range: ? - 10. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C known only from Bangka, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Licorice gourami is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Licorice gourami has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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