The Type Fish In Malaysia

Family : Anabantidae
Local Name : Kalui
English Name : Giant gouramy
Scientific Name :Osphronemus goramy
Size :Specimens with a total length of 1.5 cm and body weight of 1.0 kg are common though smaller fish are found in plentiful supply.
Biology :Air-breather. Being a herbivore the diet consists of soft vegetation, insects and worms.
Distribution :Dominant in the rivers than in the lake.
Economic Importance : Accepted by most people. Market price ranges from RM4.00 - RM5.00. Potential for aquaculture especially in ponds and cages, as well as in the aquarium industry.