Species name: Betta picta
Synonym:
Common Names: Javan Mouth-brooding Fighting Fish
Family: Belontiidae
Order: Perciformes
Class: Actinopterygii
Maximum size: 6 cm / 2 inches
Environment: freshwater
Origin: Sumatra: Java, Malaysia
Temperament: Peaceful
Company: Betta picta (Javan Mouth-brooding Fighting Fish can be kept in a community aquarium.
Water parameters: temperature 22-24ºC / 72-75°F; pH 6.5 - 8.0
Aquarium setup: Betta picta (Javan Mouth-brooding Fighting Fish) needs a aquarium with the minimum length of 60 cm / 24 inches. The aquarium should be well planted and provide a sand layer on the bottom. Plenty of hiding places are necessary to allow weaker fishes and brooding fishes to hide. Do not keep Betta picta (Javan Mouth-brooding Fighting Fish in to hot water.
Feeding: Betta picta (Javan Mouth-brooding Fighting Fish accept most types of food.
Breeding: Unknown
