Aquarist Species: Macropodus opercularis
Aquarist: BTown_blackwater
Species Profile: Macropodus opercularis
Common Name: Paradise Fish
Description: A subtropical anabantid native to a wide distribution in China extending south into Viet Nam. It is a cool water tolerant fish which does well in unheated tanks. Males are very aggressive toward one another.
Category: Anabantids
Global Region: Asia
Distribution: China, Vietname
Aquarist Notes
Photo of aquarist's species:
Genetic Line: Aquarium Strain
Year Acquired: 2026
Spawning notes:
Species Spawned: Yes
Bred in tubs outside.
Have Reared Fry? Yes
Young fish available? Yes