Toba Betta
Betta rubra
Toba Betta is a middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 4 cm (≤ 1.6 in)
- Aquarium size
- 38 L or larger / ≥ 46 cm (≥ 18.1 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 21–25 °C
- pH
- 5–6
- GH
- 3–4 dGH
- KH
- 3–5 dKH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 38 L or larger / ≥ 46 cm (≥ 18.1 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 21–25 °C, pH 5–6, GH 3–4 dGH, KH 3–5 dKH.
Temperament and compatibility
Toba Betta needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Toba Betta should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Indonesia.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 38 L or larger / ≥ 46 cm (≥ 18.1 in) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Toba Betta get?
Toba Betta reaches ≤ 4 cm (≤ 1.6 in).
What aquarium size does Toba Betta need?
Use an aquarium of at least 38 L or larger / ≥ 46 cm (≥ 18.1 in) minimum length.
Is Toba Betta peaceful?
Toba Betta needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Toba Betta?
Keep it between 21 to 25 °C.