Halfmoon Plakat Betta
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NameHalfmoon Plakat Betta
Scientific NameBetta splendens
Common NamesSiamese Fighting Fish, Betta Fish, Halfmoon Plakat 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 SpeciesCorydoras Catfish, Otocinclus Catfish, Harlequin Rasboras, Neon Tetras, Mystery Snails, Nerite Snails
Description
The Halfmoon Plakat Betta is a popular freshwater fish known for its vibrant colors and short, rounded fins that resemble a halfmoon when flared. Males are famously aggressive towards other males but can be kept with certain peaceful community fish in appropriately sized tanks. They are labyrinth fish, meaning they can breathe atmospheric air.
