Betta stiktos Care Guide
Betta stiktos
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Bioload Score
840
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 2.8 cm / 1.1"
- Temperature
- 26–28°C (78–82°F)
- pH Range
- 5.5 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 19L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
In the wild it likely feeds on small aquatic invertebrates such as insect larvae and zooplankton, while in captivity it can be maintained on a varied diet of quality pellets, frozen foods, and live prey like daphnia or brine shrimp.
Community Compatibility
Best kept singly or with very peaceful, non-fin-nipping species that inhabit other areas of the tank, as it may become territorial toward similar fish.
Good to Know
Betta stiktos is a peaceful, subtly colored wild Betta whose faint spotted pattern and calm demeanor make it an intriguing choice for a well-planted, low-stress aquarium.
Gender Differences
No easily discernible differences between genders
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