Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) vs Dwarf Gourami
Carassius auratus comparé à Trichogaster lalius
Taxonomy & Classification
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Dwarf Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Carassius auratus | Trichogaster lalius |
| Ordre | Cypriniformes | Anabantiformes |
| Famille | Cyprinidae | Osphronemidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Dwarf Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Longueur maximale | 45,0 cm | 9,0 cm |
| Poids maximum | 2,0 kg | 0,005 kg |
| Couleur | Brilliant orange to deep golden-yellow body with a metallic sheen across all scales; domesticated forms range from white, yellow, and red to black and calico bicolor combinations. | Males show brilliant alternating diagonal red-orange and iridescent turquoise-blue stripes across the flanks; dorsal and anal fins have red and blue streaking; throat and belly vivid electric blue. |
Habitat & Environment
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Dwarf Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Type d'eau | Brackish | Freshwater |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-20m | — |
| Aire de répartition | Originates from rivers and lakes of eastern China and possibly Korea; domesticated for over 1,000 years. Wild relatives inhabit slow rivers, ponds, and slightly brackish … | Native to the rivers and floodplains of West Bengal, Assam, Bangladesh, and parts of Pakistan. Found in densely vegetated slow streams, ponds, and flooded rice … |
| Habitat | Ponds, lakes, slow rivers across East Asia; introduced worldwide. Tolerates wide temperature range (10-30°C) and turbid water. Prefers shallow, vegetated areas with soft substrates. Domestic … | Slow-moving rivers, ponds, and ditches of Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan. Shallow, warm, densely vegetated freshwater (22-28°C). Males highly territorial and build bubble nests among floating … |
Aquarium Suitability
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Dwarf Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Taille minimale de l'aquarium | 150 L | 40 L |
| Température | 10-24 | 22-28 |
| Plage de pH | 6.0-8.0 | 6.0-7.5 |
| Niveau d'entretien | Easy | Easy |
| Tempérament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
Informations sur la pêche
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Dwarf Gourami |
|---|---|---|
| Poisson de pêche sportive | Oui | Non |
| Cote de combativité | — | — |
| Record du monde | — | — |
| Teneur en mercure | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré)
Not consumed — a classic ornamental aquarium and pond fish; its vivid color and hardy nature make it one of the world's most popular decorative species.
Dwarf Gourami
Not consumed — popular ornamental labyrinth fish treasured in freshwater aquariums for its vivid red-and-blue striped coloration and calm temperament.
Species Overview
Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré)
The goldfish was one of the first fish to be domesticated, with selective breeding in China dating back over 1,000 years. Despite common misconceptions, goldfish can live 10-15 years with proper care and require far more space than a small bowl.
Dwarf Gourami
The dwarf gourami is a brightly colored labyrinth fish native to the slow-moving waters of South Asia. Males build elaborate bubble nests at the surface for spawning. Its pelvic fins have evolved into long, thread-like feelers used to sense the environment.