World_of_Animals_Issue_46_2017
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Fighting fish<br />
I can see a rainbow<br />
The fighting fish can be found in<br />
virtually any colour, ranging even<br />
into marble and metallic tones. These<br />
colours are caused by the presence<br />
<strong>of</strong> guanine crystals that are found on<br />
layers <strong>of</strong> the fish’s scales. It is through<br />
selective breeding that the fish<br />
become so colourful, as wild fighting<br />
fish are usually a dull green colour.<br />
Temper, temper<br />
Siamese fighting fish are most<br />
famously known for their<br />
aggressive temperaments.<br />
Without it, their name would<br />
be obsolete. They typically<br />
become defensive around<br />
other males <strong>of</strong> their kind,<br />
but can also become feisty<br />
towards any creature that<br />
they deem a threat. Females<br />
can typically live together in<br />
harmony.<br />
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