Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish)
NameBetta (Siamese Fighting Fish)
Scientific NameBetta splendens
Common NamesSiamese Fighting Fish, Betta 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, Small Tetras (e.g., Neon Tetra, Ember Tetra), Rasboras (e.g., Harlequin Rasbora), Mystery Snails, Nerite Snails
Description
Betta fish are renowned for their vibrant colors and flowing fins, particularly the males. Originating from Southeast Asia, they are labyrinth fish, meaning they can breathe atmospheric air. While males are highly territorial and aggressive towards each other, they can often be kept with peaceful, non-fin-nipping tankmates in appropriately sized aquariums.
