Red Velvet Paradise Gouramis - Macropodus opercularis (Asia)

The Macropodus opercularis is also known by its common name, the Paradise Fish. This beautiful, oval-shaped fish has very lovely stripes on its body, which will be red on a rather golden body, and also a very beautiful caudal fin that makes it graceful. In your tank, it is preferable to introduce the macropodus as a pair.

Macropodus opercularis is a freshwater fish belonging to the family Osphronemidae. It is a species native to Southeast Asia, mainly from the Yunnan region in China and Laos. The name "Macropodus" means "long foot" in Greek, referring to the length of the fish's fins, and "opercularis" means "opercular fin" in Latin.

The Macropodus opercularis is a medium to large-sized fish, measuring about 20 cm in length. Its color is primarily blue-green with black and white spots on the fins and belly. The fins are large and well-developed, allowing it to swim quickly.

The Macropodus opercularis mainly lives in calm and shallow waters of rivers, streams, and lakes in the Asian region. It is an omnivorous fish that feeds on small insects, crustaceans, and aquatic plants.

The Macropodus opercularis is often bred in aquariums for its beauty and peaceful behavior. It is an easy fish to keep in captivity and is popular among beginner aquarists.