Betta pallida

The pale-yellow head and body carry three longitudinal stripes; males have a lance-shaped tail.

The pale-yellow head and body carry three longitudinal stripes: the middle one is continuous, while the rear of the lower one breaks into spots. The caudal peduncle is unspotted; males have a lance-shaped tail.

Adult length

Up to 4 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

22–27 °C

pH

5.5–7

Hardness

0–5 dGH

Natural habitat

Recorded from shallow, slow creeks with clear to lightly tea-coloured water and abundant leaves on the bed.

The anal and caudal fins lack the dark outer margins common in relatives. Avoid assertive fish that compete strongly for food.