Betta
Betta splendens · Osphronemidae
Also known as Siamese fighting fish, Betta splendens
Beginner
A labyrinth fish that breathes air and needs warmth, calm water and no other bettas in sight.
- Minimum tank
- 20 L
- Temperature
- 24–30 °C
- pH
- 6–7.5
- Adult size
- 6 cm
- Group size
- 1+
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- Minimum tank volume
- 20 L
- Temperature
- 24–30 °C
- pH
- 6–7.5
- Hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- Lifespan
- 2–5 years
- Diet
- Carnivore — betta pellets, frozen bloodworm, daphnia.
- Care level
- Beginner
Origin & habitat
- Native region
- Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam
- Water type
- Freshwater
- Biotope
- Rice paddies and shallow marshes
- Natural conditions
- Warm, still, shallow, plant-filled water.
Behaviour & stocking
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Minimum group
- 1 fish
- Swims
- Top
- Good tank mates
- CorydorasOtocinclusNerite snailKuhli loach
- Avoid
- Another bettaGuppyTiger barbCherry shrimp
Breeding & difficulty
- Breeding difficulty
- Intermediate
- Sexing
- Males have longer fins and stronger colour; females show an ovipositor spot.
- Notes
- Bubble-nester; the pair must be separated immediately after spawning.
- Common ailments
- Fin rotVelvetSwim bladder issuesChilling in unheated bowls
