Betta burdigala

A small red bubblenesting betta with a short, rounded snout and bright green areas near the bases of the dorsal and anal fins.

A small red bubblenesting betta with a short, rounded snout, no isolated bright flank spot, and bright green areas near the bases of the dorsal and anal fins.

Adult length: Up to 3.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
Water temperature: 22–30 °C
pH: 4–6
Hardness: 0–5 dGH

Natural habitat: Inhabits peat swamps, including those in secondary forest and beside roads.

Trade fish are often mislabeled as B. uberis or other species.

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Appearance and identification

Very similar to B. uberis; red coloration alone does not identify it.

Social behaviour and territory

A single pair is preferred. Persistent chasing occurs with multiple pairs; provide ample cover.

Diet and feeding

Try suitably sized dried foods, rotating with live or frozen foods such as Daphnia and Artemia. Feed small amounts and avoid overfeeding.

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