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Fig. 244. Betta splendens, veiltail variety (Life size) 

 Text under preceding illustration for the most part applies here also. This specimen 

 is more nearly similar in color to the regular dark red of Betta splendens. The fins of 

 this individual have fortunately escaped injury. 



Fie. 245. Macropodus cupanus dayi 

 Habit description with Fig. 242 applies to both these illustrations. Note the more 

 distinct coloring and longer fins of the upper fish. This is the male. 



The scientific designations for male and female are: £ male; 9 female. 



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