Description
Male Longfin Betta's are extremely popular freshwater fish because of their exotic finnage and bright colours. They are native to the shallow waters of Southeast Asia. Longfin Betta is a selectively bred species over generations for their long fins and tail. Do not keep two fighters together - they are extremely territorial and will kill one another, even if male and female. Depending on the fish itself, they can be kept with other peaceful tropical fish.
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Features of Longfin Betta:
- Longfin Betta can come in many different colours and patterns
- They are aggressive and may flare at you or other stimuli
- Swim up to investigate when you get close to their habitat
- They are hardy and easy to care for and can thrive in a wide range of water conditions
The Best Aquarium Size for Betta Fish:
The ideal sized tank for a betta fish is 15L or larger. However, you could also go with a nano tank as small as 5L. In nature these fish inhabit very weedy habitats and are perfectly adapted to living in small spaces as long as water quality is kept high.
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Betta Fish Tank Mate Compatibility:
Betta fish are known to be fierce fighters, especially towards their own species or species that are similar in appearance, but they can peacefully cohabitate with other fish and invertebrates. Avoid keeping them with fin nipping species.
Great tank mates for Betta include:
Betta Fish Diet :
Betta fish diet should consist primarily of high quality pellets specifically made for feeding Betta fish. A combination of granules, bites or flakes, live frozen food like brine shrimp, and bloodworms are excellent supplemental foods for your fish as well.
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Betta Fish Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration for Betta Fish
Betta fish are naturally found in still or slow moving waters. Due to their large fins, they can be pushed around in strong currents. We recommend gentle water flow and filtration. Sponge filters, under gravel filters, and hang on filters are great options if keeping in smaller aquariums.
Aquarium Heaters for Betta Fish
We use a heater mat for the smaller tanks and bowls. Or for larger aquariums you will need an aquarium heater and a thermometer to monitor temperature. They prefer warm tropical waters and generally require a heater in the winter months in most areas of Australia.
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Aquarium Lighting for Betta Fish
Showcase your betta fish with artificial lighting. A small light above the aquarium that runs during daylight hours will replicate the natural environment. Dimmable lighting options are available which will help manage algae in the aquarium.
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Aquarium Plants for Betta Fish
Live plants are a great idea. Betta fish love lounging on the leaves and hiding in them to sleep. Live plants will also uptake some nitrates in the aquarium, helping remove nitrates and prevent algae.
Some great plants for your betta fish include:
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Aquarium Decorations for Betta Fish
Mimic their natural environment artificial plants, cove driftwood can be placed in tanks. Add character with different aquarium ornaments.
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Aquarium Substrate for Betta Fish
Betta fish do not have particular substrate requirements. Aquarium sand, gravel and pebbles are all good options. Aquarium substrates provide the opportunity for beneficial bacteria to grow on the surface, enhancing a healthy biological filtration in your aquarium. Select an aquarium substrate that best show cases your betta fish.
A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.
