Betta Female-Candy Nemo

Please note females will range in color and patterns due to the marbling (koi) gene 

🐟 Candy Nemo Female Betta

Scientific Name: Betta splendens (Candy Nemo variant)
Common Name: Candy Nemo Female, Candy Betta
Origin: Captive-bred (selectively bred in Thailand and Southeast Asia)
Size: ~2–2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm)
Lifespan: 2–4 years (up to 5 with excellent care)
Temperament: Semi-aggressive, curious, territorial
Tank Level: Top to mid-dweller

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🌈 Description:

The Candy Nemo is a color morph of the Koi Betta, known for its vibrant, marbled blend of red, orange, yellow, black, and iridescent blue/white. The pattern is highly variable, making each fish unique. Female Candy Nemos retain much of the color of the males, though usually with shorter fins and a slightly smaller body. They are just as hardy and interactive, and some even show occasional flaring or bubble-nesting behavior.

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🏠 Tank Requirements:

• Tank Size:

  • Solo: Minimum 5 gallons (19 liters)

  • Sorority (4+ females): 20+ gallons, heavily planted

• Water Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: Soft to moderate (4–12 dGH)

• Filtration: Sponge filter or gentle flow filter

• Aquascape: Plants, caves, floating leaves, dark substrate to show off color

• Lighting: Moderate; bright light can enhance iridescence but ensure hiding spots to reduce stress

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🍽️ Diet:

Omnivorous with a strong preference for protein:

• High-quality betta pellets or micro pellets

• Frozen or live brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia

• Occasional treats: mosquito larvae, tubifex

• Supplement with spirulina-based flakes or blanched veggies (rarely)

Feed once or twice daily in small amounts.

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👩👩👧👧 Sorority Tips (If Keeping With Other Females):

• Minimum of 4–5 females to spread aggression

• Must be introduced simultaneously in a well-decorated tank

• Provide lots of hiding spots (plants, caves, driftwood)

• Watch closely for bullying, especially the first week

• Not all females tolerate sororities — some may need to be rehomed or isolated

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🤝 Tank Mates:

Compatible with peaceful community fish if not kept in a sorority:

• Ember tetras

• Corydoras

• Kuhli loaches

• Snails (like nerites or mystery snails)

• Shrimp (some bettas will nip at them)

Avoid:

• Fin-nippers (like tiger barbs)

• Fast fish that outcompete for food

• Other bettas (males or females outside sororities)

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📝 Notes:

• Female Candy Nemo Bettas are just as personable as males

• Color can change over time due to the marble gene (common in koi and candy types)

• Regular water changes (25–50% weekly) are vital for health and color vibrancy

• Use a lid—bettas are strong jumpers

• Ideal for planted nano tanks or species-only setups