Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm (toxic at any level)
Nitrate: < 20 ppm
Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (3–10 dGH)
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons (19 liters)
Filtration: Gentle filter to avoid strong currents
Heater: Required to maintain stable tropical temperatures
Feeding: High-quality Betta pellets, supplemented with frozen/live foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms)
Water Changes: 25–50% weekly depending on tank size and setup
Compatible Tank Mates (peaceful, non-fin-nipping):
Corydoras catfish
Kuhli loaches
Small rasboras (e.g., harlequin)
Ember tetras
Snails (e.g., Nerite)
Shrimp (risky — may be eaten)
Avoid:
Other male Bettas (will fight)
Fin-nippers (e.g., tiger barbs)
Large or aggressive fish
Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm (toxic at any level)
Nitrate: < 20 ppm
Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (3–10 dGH)
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons (19 liters)
Filtration: Gentle filter to avoid strong currents
Heater: Required to maintain stable tropical temperatures
Feeding: High-quality Betta pellets, supplemented with frozen/live foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms)
Water Changes: 25–50% weekly depending on tank size and setup
Compatible Tank Mates (peaceful, non-fin-nipping):
Corydoras catfish
Kuhli loaches
Small rasboras (e.g., harlequin)
Ember tetras
Snails (e.g., Nerite)
Shrimp (risky — may be eaten)
Avoid:
Other male Bettas (will fight)
Fin-nippers (e.g., tiger barbs)
Large or aggressive fish