Helostoma temmincki (Kissing - Gourami Cumbership)

The most common species offers a pink dress and mainly comes from Java. The green form would come from Thailand. The dorsal and anal fins have thorny rays, the latter being truncated. The whole body is uniform.

The Helostoma Temmincky is an aquarium fish commonly known as a catfish. He is from Asia and is mainly found in the rivers and lakes of Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia. The catfish is an average of 12 to 15 centimeters long and has a rounded and flat shape with star-shaped scales. Its color generally varies between dark green and blue, with red or orange spots on the sides. Helostoma Temmincky is a peaceful fish and can be maintained in community aquarium with other peaceful species. However, it is known to be a little slow and not very active, and tends to spend most of its time at the bottom of the aquarium. The catfish is a carnivorous and feeds mainly on small crustaceans and insects in the wild. In aquarium, it can be nourished with foods designed for carnivorous aquarium fish, such as pellets or flakes. The Helostoma Temmincky is also known to be a good seaweed cleaner, making it an excellent option for aquariophiles anxious to maintain a clean aquarium. Due to its relatively small size and peaceful behavior, catfish is a popular choice for beginners in aquarophilia. However, he needs a medium or large aquarium to feel comfortable and prosper. The catfish is also known to be a little difficult to reproduce in captivity and requires special conditions to successfully reproduce. In general, the Helostoma Temmincky is a fascinating and attractive aquarium fish which can be an excellent addition to a well -established community aquarium.

Females have the thicker abdomen.