Trichogaster

The genus Trichogaster was described in 1801 by Bloch and J.G. Schneider. The name Trichogaster can be broken down into two ancient Greek words. Thrix means “hair” and gaster means “stomach”. A reference to the two pectoral fins used as antennae.

Origin

The species from the Trichogaster genus are found in South Asia, from Pakistan to Myanmar. They usually inhabit the slowly flowing to stagnant waters.

Species

The genus has only four species. Below you will find species with photo and link to the descriptions.