Betta Fish
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NameBetta Fish
Scientific NameBetta splendens
Common NamesBetta Fish, Siamese Fighting Fish
FamilyOsphronemidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesCorydoras Catfish, Otocinclus Catfish, Harlequin Rasbora, Kuhli Loach, Mystery Snail, African Dwarf Frog
Description
Betta splendens, commonly known as the Siamese Fighting Fish, is a popular freshwater fish renowned for its vibrant colors and flowing fins. Males are highly territorial and should not be housed together, but they can be kept with certain peaceful community fish in appropriately sized tanks. They are labyrinth fish, meaning they can breathe atmospheric oxygen.
