Helostoma temminckii
The kissing gourami is both a bottom feeder and a filter feeder, thanks to specially developed mouthparts.
The kissing gourami is one of the most distinct species in the gourami family.
The puckered mouth of this species is a distinctive feature that has made it a popular pet among aquarists.
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