Siamese Fighting Fish
Betta splendens
Siamese Fighting Fish is a top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Top swimmer
- Temperature
- 24–27 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- GH
- 5–20 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–27 °C, pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–20 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Siamese Fighting Fish needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough surface space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand.
Before adding this fish
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Siamese Fighting Fish get?
Siamese Fighting Fish reaches ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in).
Is Siamese Fighting Fish peaceful?
Siamese Fighting Fish needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Siamese Fighting Fish?
Keep it between 24 to 27 °C.