Identity and origin
- Origin
- Bangka Island, Indonesia
- Identity
- Described Indonesian species
The Bangka species has a filamented caudal fin. This name has often been misapplied to other aquarium Parosphromenus.
Habitat and care
Shaded freshwater habitats; consult species-specific peat-water and locality records. Habitat and identity reference
Explore the habitat
Shaded freshwater habitats; consult species-specific peat-water and locality records.
Illustrative habitat reconstructionFROM THE SIGNATURE COLLECTIONS
Look closely
Mature males have a dark tail filament and separated pale bands in the fins. These details help distinguish true P. deissneri from round-tailed fishes sold under its name.
A detail worth knowing
The name was historically applied to several licorice gouramis. Female identity is harder to assess visually, making locality and breeding-line records especially valuable.
Parosphromenus Project — species account
Source review: 22 September 2026. Educational notes, not a stock or breeding-success claim.
Plan before choosing
- Habitat
- Peat blackwater
- Size and measurement
- A source-checked adult total length has not yet been added to this profile. Confirm it before choosing aquarium dimensions.
- Planning context
- Prepare species-appropriate soft, acidic water, sheltered space and dependable small live food. Keep species and localities distinct. Consult specialist husbandry before acquisition.
Parosphromenus Project / Chester Zoo · specialist husbandry
Source check: . Independent husbandry review pending.
Planning for licorice gouramis
Care-planning notes. Confirm exact requirements for the species and source population.
- Prepare species-appropriate soft, acidic water and a dependable supply of suitably small live foods.
- Provide shaded cover and breeding shelters. Keep separately documented species and localities distinct.
- Use a specialist breeding guide: regular tap water and a dry-food-only plan are not a reliable starting point.
Evidence record
Conservation record: Endangered (EN); assessment year 2020. Conservation source record. This retained reference is an index or secondary record; the direct assessment and date require verification. Check for a newer assessment before making conservation or sourcing decisions.
Identity and locality source check: . Editorial source check; independent taxonomic review pending. Research profile; availability is not open.
Catalogue inclusion confirms a research record, not current stock, legal export, or destination-country import permission.
