Malaysia Fighting Fish Stamp 2003

Date of Issue : 26-April-2003

Stamps Classification : Malaysia Animal Stamp; Malaysia Fish Stamp


Betta Splendens (Fighting Fish)

Denomination : 30sen

Stamp Size : 40mm x 30mm




Betta Splendens (Fighting Fish)

Denomination : 50sen

Stamp Size : 40mm x 30mm




Betta Splendens (Fighting Fish)

Denomination : RM1

Stamp Size : 40mm x 30mm



Betta Splendens (Fighting Fish)

Denomination : RM1

Stamp Size : 40mm x 30mm

Betta splendens is a kind of fighting fish, which are produced through the cross-breeding of fighting fish from Malaysia, Thailand and Kampuchea. These cross-bred species is a very popular ornamental fish. They are not breed naturally in this country instead are bred using the standard Betta breeding techniques. Breeding and selection of commercial Betta splendens are actively pursued in this country. The new strains are actually originated from unattractive, greenish and short-finned fish that is still bred in Thailand for fighting. Hybridizations amongst different strains are commonly carried out to produce attractive new hybrids, in fact often resulting in brilliant colored Betta splendens with different shapes of fins. Betta splendens are usually peaceful with other fish of its own size. However, the males are very aggressive with one another. To prevent fighting, they are normally kept solitary in transparent small containers.



Local Fighting Fish (Betta Imbellis)

Denomination : 50SEN

Stamp Size : 34mm x 29mm

They are found in clear stagnant acidic water especially in paddy fields, rubber estates or coconut plantations. Quite peaceful among each other compared with the common fighting fish. Male is brightly colored with green to greenish blue scale. A prolific bubble-nest builder if supplied with live food. This species can easily be bred and adapt in an aquarium environment if provided with acidic cold water and a lot of vegetations.



Red Fighting Fish (Betta Coccina)

Denomination : 50SEN

Stamp Size : 34mm x 29mm
A very timid fighting fish is known as a dwarf Betta. The fish is endemic to highly acidic black water area. After conditioning the wild, the fish manage to tribe well in neutral aquarium water. The fish can spawn in the tank by providing a conducive environment and hiding place such as bogwoods or water vegetation. They spawn in hollow PVC tubes or submerged bogwood. A single pair can produced about 30 offspring.



Ornamental Fish Miniature Sheet

Denomination : 50sen + 50sen

Miniature Sheet Size : 100mm x 70mm

Germany Rhine Tributary

The Tomb of Confucius

A great stamp.

This stamp is part of a card.I like such stamps.

The Birth of Emperor Karl V.Belgium Sheet

2000 The 500th Anniversary of the Birth of Emperor Karl V 19. February WM: None   Perforation: 11½

I have a few copies of this sheet.If I need more I can find them.Anyone interested in this sheet let me know.

Butterfly Card Creation

A created image

The sender knows the creator of this card image.

Belarus Orchids

A stamp on the card.

Hockey Sheet and Stamps.

Although this sheet and stamps were released many years back suddenly these pieces are available.Kindly contact me for details.

10th Men's Hockey World Cup 2002

For the first time in the history of international hockey, Kuala Lumpur is the only city chosen as the World Cup more than once. The 10th men's Hockey World Cup will be held for more than 2 weeks starting from the 24th February till 9th March 2002. Countries participating to vie for this prestigious title includes from Europe, the defending champion Netherlands, European Champions Germany, 1998 World Cup runner-up Spain, England, Poland and Belgium. Asia has 5 nations participating for the first time - host nation Malaysia, Olympic silver medalist South Korea, four times World Cup titleholders Pakistan, past champion India and Japan. Argentina and World Cup debutantes Cuba are the representatives from the American continent while Olympic bronze medalist Australia and New Zealand bears the hopes of the Asia Pacific, South Africa, in the meantime is the sole entry from Africa. As the main venue for the tournament, the National Hockey Stadium Bukit Jalil, located 20 kms from the city will see 72 matches being played by 16 countries taking part.

In conjunction with the 10th Men's World Cup Hockey held in Kuala Lumpur, Pos Malaysia Berhad took the initiative to record this international acclaimed tournament by producing stamps and first day covers. These stamps priced at 30 sen, 50 sen and RM1, showcases paintings of world-class players in interesting moves.

The National Hockey Stadium Bukit Jalil being the main venue of the event has been incorporated as the background of the Miniature Sheet, which can be obtained at RM3. This stamp collection is a must for all.

Technical Details

Date of Issue : 2 January 2002

Denomination : 30 sen, 50 sen, RM1.00

Stamp Size : 40mm X 30mm

Miniature Sheet Denomination : RM3.00

Miniature Sheet Size : 100mm X 70mm

Stamp Size in Miniature Sheet : 30mm X 40mm

Perforation : 14

Sheet Content : 25 stamps

Paper : SPM Watermarked, Phosphor Coated

Printing Process : Lithography

Lovenburg Kassel, Germany.

A castle  stamp.

I am always looking for more sources of this stamp.

2017 Chinese New Year - Year of the Rooster

2017 Chinese New Year - Year of the Rooster 10. January WM: None   Sheetsize: 20   Design: Reign Associates   Perforation: 14

Austrian Stamps of Travel

A great view.

These three stamps symbolize travel well.

Culture of Europe, Slovenia.

A grand look.

It is always nice to see such stamps.I had received them on a cover.

Bicycle in Russia

A great stamp.

Russia has great stamps, only via cards you can see these stamps.

Cockatoos, Indonesia

If anyone has an idea how to get these items kindly contact me.


  

Kakatoe moluccensis

multicoloured

Kakatoe galerita galerita

multicoloured

Probsciger aterrimus stenolophus

Commonwealth Games , Kuala Lumpur Sheet

A sheet from many years back.

This sheet was created two decades back but is suddenly available...

Fun Stamp, Singapore

A look of wonder.

USA Forever Stamp New Moon Stamp

A circle pattern stamp

Butterfly from Switzerland

A card of peace.

And when I get butterfly cards I will load them here.This card came from Switzerland.

Red Panda of India

An attractive Sheet.

One of my friends from Calcutta sent me many copies of this sheet.I am making this sheet available to anyone who likes to get this sheet.This sheet is in mint format.Kindly contact me for details.

High Breed Dogs

A grand  view of the dogs

In the Gestures of Animals

These two stamps came on a card.this way I know there are many excellent stamps in many countries.

Excellent Stamps

A great  view of  three stamps

As often as I can I display the stamps that I get.Actually I have so many stamps I do not have the time to scan each stamp that I get.However if people like to see their stamps displayed here kindly contact me and you will even get stamps from me.

New Born Panda in Malaysia

A new born Panda.

To celebrate a new born Panda in the Zoo Negara, these special stamps were released.As usual there are perforated and imperforated ( no holes in the sheet) .I am able to release these items if you contact me.

Seven Wonders of Animals , Malaysia

An adhesive sheet.

When this sheet was released there were very few takers.
However if you desire this sheet let me know.

Big Sheets of Bharat

A nice selection.

Just today I was able to compile the different sheets that I have from Bharat.Some of them I have and some of them are out of stock.Anyone with ready stocks can contact me.

Keychains Have Postage Stamps

A vlog brings adverts

People will ask you what is the use of a vlog.See in the above example only after making a vlog  there will be advertisements that will be added.
Ask me for details.
Also for keychains with stamps inside , let me know.

Blog on Youtube 1

My Advert Stamps Blog Slideshow

This blog is now advertised via Youtube.

Here is the exact link.


https://youtu.be/RbGGTvMJuL0

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Dragonfly Malaysia Stampsheet

A dragonfly display.

All of a sudden this sheet is suddenly available in huge volume.Let me know if you want this sheet mint or postally used.

Kindly contact me fast.

Chinese Traditions

A rare sheet.

As usual I am looking for people who can provide this sheet.
Any details will be helpful.

Canada Traditions

A cultural scene.

One of those rare sheets I have received many years back.

Canada Flags

A grand view .

If any one can find these exact stamps let me know.If you desire items from Asia let me know.I have lots to give.I have to find time to upload what I have.

Croatian Stamp

A genuine stamp.

This stamp came on a postcard a few days back.Postcards and stamps are linked.
I hope any readers will send their stamps to me and get stamps of Asia.This way we can increase our income.

USSR Ducks Flying Sheet

A view of the Eider Ducks.

As always this is a sheet from the USSR Period.You can get this sheet from me.
I have only recently scanned this sheet.

USSR Ducks Sheet

A collection of duck pictures.

This is one of those sheets from the USSR period that shows ducks of various types.If you desire this sheet let me know.

USSR Goldfinch , Bluethrush and Nightingale Sheet

A place for birds.

On this sheet these birds get glorified.
This sheet I had for many years.If you desire this mint sheet let me know.

USSR Skylark , Thrush and Nightingale Sheet

A relevant sheet 

Only Philately captures the  relevant features in nature.
Also such sheets are rare.If you desire this sheet let me know,

USSR Fauna of Pacific Region

A captivating sheet.

I had  received this sheet many years back.Only recently have I had the time to scan and upload the images.
Kindly let me know if you want to get this mint sheet.Getting a sheet from the USSR era is great news.

Malaysia Investments

A great selection of three stamps

The Malaysian Government expects people to invest some part of the earnings for higher yields.

Forestry Topic Stamps

A selection of  details of forestry stamps.

These stamps are rare and tough to get.If you like this presentation packet let me know.

Forestry Details

A motivating factor

Here is a pamphlet about Forestry stamps .This helps in many ways.