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The three spot gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus), also known as the blue gourami, is a species of gourami native to southeastern Asia, but also introduced elsewhere. This fish gets its name from the two spots along each side of its body in line with the eye, considered the third spot. This species is of minor commercial importance as a food fish in its native range and is also farmed. It is also popular in the aquarium trade.

Fontes e Créditos

1. (c) Carnat Joel, alguns direitos reservados (CC BY), https://www.flickr.com/photos/21708387@N02/9647341725/
2. (c) Wikipedia, alguns direitos reservados (CC BY-SA), https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trichopodus_trichopterus

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