Betta edithae

A relatively small head and eyes and short fins; males mouthbrood.

A relatively small head and eyes and short fins. Males mouthbrood.

Natural habitat: Occupies blackwater streams and modified slow canals, often sheltering along margins among roots, leaves and overhanging plants.

Island populations differ in appearance; do not mix stock based only on a trade name.

Appearance and identification

Males have fine half-ring fin markings, females mostly rows of spots. The gill membranes and rear gill covers lack the usual metallic sheen.

Can be kept in pairs or small groups in at least 80 × 30 cm with ample plants and surface cover.

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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