Betta
Easy carefreshwater
Overview
The Siamese fighting fish, commonly known as the Siamese fighter, or locally as the betta, is a freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia, namely Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28°C (75–82°F) |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| Adult Size | 6–8 cm (2.4–3.1 in) |
| Min Tank | 10 gallons |
| Lifespan | 2–5 years |
Tank Setup
Feeding
Carnivore — pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
Compatibility
Breeding
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons — licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taxonomic data: Betta splendens Regan, 1910 — GBIF (2026). Wikipedia summary: Betta — CC BY-SA 4.0.
Care parameters cross-referenced with Seriously Fish.
Quick facts & gear
- Min tank size
- 10 gallons
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH range
- 6.0–8.0
- Adult size
- 6–8 cm (2.4–3.1 in)
- Lifespan
- 2–5 years
- Origin
- Member of family Osphronemidae, order Perciformes. See species profile for distribution details.
- Diet
- Carnivore —pelletsfrozen bloodwormsbrine shrimp