{"product_id":"betta-red-male-halfmoon-3","title":"Betta-Red Male Halfmoon 3","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3y9pqg\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eBetta (Siamese Fighting Fish) Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"197y78l\" data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eQuick Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"snlizq\" data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eBeautiful, colourful freshwater fish known for their flowing fins and vibrant personalities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12xoqw8\" data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"197\"\u003eScientific name: \u003cem data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"197\"\u003eBetta splendens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7zdezz\" data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"255\"\u003eNative to shallow, slow-moving waters in Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q7sjoa\" data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eIntelligent and interactive fish that often recognise their owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"178k560\" data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eBest kept as solitary fish, especially males\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10mavzc\" data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eExcellent choice for beginner to intermediate fishkeepers when properly housed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fi54kr\" data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3a1i63\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eTypically \u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e6–7cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1i5rwmk\" data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"78a48u\" data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eAverage \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"528\"\u003e2–5 years\u003c\/strong\u003e with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1a7yqry\" data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"784\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vrsp1o\" data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eSemi-aggressive to aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ayixyx\" data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eMales should be housed alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oppncm\" data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eFemales may sometimes be kept in carefully managed groups (experienced keepers only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tb686r\" data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"763\"\u003eMay harass slow-moving or long-finned tank mates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nk1rsm\" data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eCan be territorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13yew91\" data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14j8ya1\" data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e20 litres minimum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14y0sal\" data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eLarger tanks provide better stability and easier maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ucmidl\" data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ua73v7\" data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e25–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ac0red\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"961\"\u003epH: \u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e6.5–7.8\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5o0h7r\" data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eAmmonia: \u003cstrong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e0 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f299sm\" data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eNitrite: \u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e0 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iilq67\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eNitrate: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003ebelow 20 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oooa5z\" data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eModerate hardness acceptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"asgjbl\" data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s6xbbo\" data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eGentle filtration (avoid strong flow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18lz1wu\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eHeater required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"111nzb8\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eSecure lid (bettas can jump)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jpws3p\" data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003ePlenty of plants and hiding areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nwle9f\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eFloating plants highly beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6rxmuq\" data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eSmooth décor only (avoid sharp objects that can tear fins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lkufxl\" data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eDim to moderate lighting preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ka21a7\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eCarnivorous \/ insectivorous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15y3iti\" data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eHigh-quality betta pellets as staple diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"20shlz\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eSupplement with:\n\u003cul data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gopp24\" data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ulft8n\" data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q8b20j\" data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n53ede\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eMosquito larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6ag491\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eFeed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e1–2 times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9seq78\" data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eSmall portions only (what they can eat in 30–60 seconds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14j6n9p\" data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eFast one day per week if prone to bloating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"purqi0\" data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eSuitable tank mates (with caution in larger tanks):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m73uhe\" data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eCorydoras (peaceful species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q7zht0\" data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eKuhli loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4qasje\" data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eSmall rasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"151xggg\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eEmber tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"67j35u\" data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eSnails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"63wo0n\" data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eAmano shrimp (some bettas may still attack shrimp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rtphvg\" data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eOther male bettas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kqkjuf\" data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eFin-nipping fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qrve11\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eTiger barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ielsin\" data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eGuppies \/ fancy livebearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3sbf07\" data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eAggressive cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"up4zv1\" data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eFast, boisterous fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ngdk0v\" data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zy8poa\" data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eOften rests on leaves or décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j9n5xm\" data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eMay build bubble nests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"za3ojz\" data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eCurious and interactive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bpp4dd\" data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eBreathes atmospheric air using labyrinth organ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xg1pnf\" data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pfk5km\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eWeekly \u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e20–30% water changes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ao8y38\" data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eGravel vacuum substrate regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ei7153\" data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eKeep water stable—bettas dislike sudden changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j08bax\" data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eRinse filter media in tank water only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"r58u69\" data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14bhwm8\" data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eFin rot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"784mt6\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003eIch \/ white spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xcwk6y\" data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eSwim bladder issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w6tzpu\" data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eConstipation \/ bloating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9i0tf4\" data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eVelvet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xkozoz\" data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eStress from poor water quality or strong current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1x5ej4z\" data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bsb7xp\" data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eBettas should \u003cstrong data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e be kept in bowls or tiny containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ck038\" data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eWarm, clean, filtered water is essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n19cc9\" data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eLong-finned varieties may struggle in strong flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qr08n7\" data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eIndividual temperament varies greatly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4jxzzs\" data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2817\" data-is-last-node=\"\" 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