Betta-Rosetail Mustard Gas

🐟 Betta Fish Description

• Scientific name: Betta splendens
• Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam)
• Size: Typically 5–7 cm (2–3 inches)
• Lifespan: 2–5 years (longer with good care)
• Colors: Bright and varied (red, blue, purple, white, multicolor)
• Fins: Long, flowing fins in males; shorter fins in females
• Behavior:
  • Territorial and aggressive (especially males toward other males)
  • Can recognize owners and show interactive behavior
  • Breathe air using a special organ (labyrinth organ)

🏠 Tank Setup & Environment

• Tank size: Minimum 10–20 liters (bigger is better)
• Water temperature: 24–28°C
• pH level: 6.5–7.5
• Filtration: Gentle filter (avoid strong currents)
• Heater: Recommended to maintain stable temperature
• Decor:
  • Live or silk plants
  • Hiding spots
  • Smooth surfaces (avoid sharp objects that tear fins)
• Tank lid: Important—bettas can jump

🍽️ Feeding

• Diet type: Carnivorous
• Food options:
  • Betta pellets (high quality)
  • Frozen or live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp)
• Feeding frequency: 1–2 times daily
• Portion control: Small amounts (avoid overfeeding)
• Fasting: 1 day per week helps digestion

🧼 Maintenance

• Water changes:
  • 25–50% weekly
• Cleaning:
  • Remove uneaten food
  • Clean substrate and decorations regularly
• Water conditioner: Always treat tap water before adding

🐠 Tank Mates

• Best kept alone (especially males)
• Possible tank mates (with caution):
  • Snails
  • Shrimp
  • Peaceful fish (if tank is large enough)
• Avoid:
  • Other male bettas
  • Fin-nipping fish (e.g., some tetras, barbs)

⚠️ Common Health Issues

• Fin rot
• Ich (white spots)
• Swim bladder disorder
• Lethargy or loss of color (often due to poor water conditions)

💡 Fun Facts

• Build bubble nests when happy or ready to breed
• Can survive in low oxygen water (but still need clean water!)
• Often flare their gills as a display of dominance