Crowntail Betta

The Crown Tail Betta has a striking, elaborate tail that differentiates it from other Bettas.

Betta Smaragdina

Betta smaragdina, or the Emerald green betta is a species of Betta. They are anabantoids, and breathe air.

Betta Splendens Dragon

features a rich strong base colour, often red, with the scales on the main part of the body a pale iridescent, sometimes copper colour.

Betta Spawning

Spawning Betta.

Betta Mahachai

The way to identify the Mahachai has green or blue gill plates with no wild spots on the tail rays.

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Sunday, April 7, 2013

Slender Betta - Betta bellica



Species name: Betta bellica

Synonym: Betta fasciata

Common Names: Slender betta

Family: Belontiidae 

Order: Perciformes

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 13 cm / 5 inches

Environment: freshwater

Origin: Thailand, Sumatra, Malaysia

Temperament: Peaceful

Company: Do not keep with smaller fish

Water parameters: temperature 24-30ÂșC / 75-86°F; pH 6.0 - 7.5

Aquarium setup: Betta bellica (Slender betta) needs a tank of at least 80 cm / 30 inches. Provide plenty of hiding places. The tank must be covered because the fish will attempt to jump.

Feeding: Omnivorous. Loves small live food(insects)

Breeding: Unknown.


Betta Bellica Female

Betta Bellica Male