Betta splendensSiamese Fighting FishBetta FishBettaPlakadsPlakats |
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| Physical |
| Size: | 6.87 cm (2.7 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Color Variations: | Red, blue, turquoise, orange, yellow, white, and green.
Marble, butterfly, metallic copper, gold, and opaque. |
| Compatability: | Semi-aggressive
Careful research should be done when planning tank mates. |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 5 Gallons (18.93) Liters
Bettas should not be kept in small containers. |
| Ease of Keeping: | 1 - 2 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Freshwater |
| Temperature: | 77.26° F (25.14° C) |
| pH: | 13.56 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 14.67 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Primarily carnivorous.
Zooplankton and the larva of mosquitoes, flies, crickets and grasshoppers.
Will also eat live or frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, or daphnia.
Bettas in captivity should also be fed finely-chopped soybeans, green beans, broccoli, corn, and carrots for protein and fiber.
Require a wide range of foods for good color, long life, and digestive health. |
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| Swimming Level: | Top |
| Schooling: | No |
| Setup: | Minimum water movement.
Tank should be covered as the Betta is prone to jumping.
Plants are required for rest and hiding.
Floating plants are appreciated.
Siamese Fighting Fish also appreciate formations or toys to swim in and out of.
Large shells are a nice addition as Bettas like to sleep in them. |
| Distribution: | Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and parts of China. |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 2 - 3 |
| Sexing: | Males are much more colorful and slightly smaller than females. The fins of males are generally long and flowing where the fins of females are much shorter. |
| Spawning Type: | Nuptial Embrace (Egg Layer) |
| Request more detailed breeding information. |
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| Sources: | http://en.wikipedia.org
http://freshaquarium.about.com
http://www.siamsbestbettas.com
http://www.aqua-fish.net
http://aquariumlore.blogspot.com
http://www.aquariumfish.net
http://www.fishbase.org
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