Betta splendens (Siamese Fighting Fish) Betta splendens
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Betta splendens
Origin region
Thailand (domesticated)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Top
Adult size (cm)
6.00
Minimum tank (L)
20
Temperament
Aggressive (males)
Diet
Carnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
24.0–30.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
1.0–8.0
KH (dKH)
0.5–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
Thailand (domesticated)
Feeding
Carnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Aggressive (males)
Breeding & care
Bubble-nest builder; male cares for eggs/fry.
Notes
Iconic Thai species; huge variety of colours/fin types bred.