Polyacaiithiis da\'i 



Habit description with Fig. 72 applies to 1)0th 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. '+' female. 



Fig. 76. Dwarf Goukami (Trkhii<iastcr laVnis) 



MALE (TOlO AND l-EMALE 



One of the most pleasing of aquarium fishes, e.xcept for 1.)eing rather timid. 

 The males are e.xceedingly brilliant when in a warm temperature. Although the 

 Dwarf Gourami has been with us for some time it has never become plentiful. 



The light bars are of a lirilliant metallic lilue, while the dark bars and fin mark- 

 ings are an intense deep orange. Breeding habits, page 255. 



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