Betta Fish
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NameBetta Fish
Scientific NameBetta splendens
Common NamesSiamese Fighting Fish, Betta
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 SpeciesMystery Snail, Nerite Snail, Otocinclus Catfish, Dwarf Corydoras, Harlequin Rasbora, Ember Tetra, Kuhli Loach
Description
Betta fish are renowned for their vibrant colors and elaborate fins, especially the males. Native to Southeast Asia, they are labyrinth fish, meaning they can breathe atmospheric oxygen. While often kept in small bowls, they thrive in larger, well-filtered, and heated aquariums.
