1. Appearance: The male and female fish can be judged by their appearance, and the difference between the male fish and the female fish is relatively large. The first is their spiny dorsal fin, which is thicker and rounder for males and flatter and thinner for females. Second, you can also judge by looking at their chest, if the chest is relatively round is the male fish, if the chest is relatively sharp is the female fish. Thirdly, we can observe the stout degree of their whole body, and the stout one is the male fish. Fourth, you can also look at their genital pores to judge, if the genital pores appear V-shaped, then it is a male fish; If the gonopore is U-shaped, then it is a female fish.
2. Temperament: To judge the male and female of the Siraitia grosvenorii, you can also judge by their temperament. Generally speaking, the male fish is more active than the female fish, and they are more active in grabbing food. Moreover, the courage of the male fish is also relatively large, if suddenly issued a relatively large movement, they are not easily frightened. But the female fish courage is quite small, once some people will approach possibly will be startled disorderly scurrying.
3. Pelvic fin hardness: In addition, you can also judge by touching their pelvic fins. If it is hard, then it is a male fish. If it is soft, it is a female fish.
Generally speaking, it is best not to raise male and female arhat together. Their temperaments are different, and they may fight with each other. Some fish may even be bitten or killed. It is best to keep them separately, except when they are placed together during the breeding season. Even during the breeding season, it is best to separate immediately after mating.
