Fig. 248. Colisa lalia, or Dwarf Gourami (Male [Top] and Female) 



One of the most pleasing of aquarium fishes. The males are exceedingly brilliant 

 when in a warm temperature. 



The light bars are of a brilliant metallic blue, while the dark bars and fin markings 

 are an intense deep orange. Same breeding habits as Fig. 242. 



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Fig. 24Q. Macropodus opercularis, or Paradise Fish (Life size) 

 This is the first of the imported tropical fishes, and one of the best, although its 

 popularity has waned somewhat owing to the fact that so many of them have been bred 

 and newer species have taken its place in public interest. Habits, same as Fig. 242. 



Fig. 250. Macropodus chinensis, or Roundtail Paradise Fish (Slightly enlarged) 

 This variety has very much the same habits of the old style Paradise Fish, but does 

 not grow quite as large. Breeding habits, same as Fig. 242. 



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