Halfmoon Betta Care Guide
Betta splendens
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Bioload Score
3800
AggressiveEasy
- Max Size
- 7 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 8
- Min Tank Size
- 19L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
A carnivorous fish that eats small aquatic invertebrates, insect larvae and high-protein prepared foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates can include peaceful, short-finned schooling fish such as harlequin rasboras, ember tetras and kuhli loaches, provided the individual Betta is compatible.
Good to Know
The Halfmoon Betta is named for its characteristic tail, which can spread into a broad semicircle of approximately 180 degrees when fully displayed.
Gender Differences
Males usually have much longer, more elaborate fins and stronger coloration, while females are generally shorter-finned with a fuller abdomen and a visible ovipositor spot.
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