Betta picta

Golden-yellow gill-cover iridescence; males have narrow blue margins on the anal and caudal fins.

Golden-yellow gill-cover iridescence; males have narrow blue margins on the anal and caudal fins, and faint dorsal-fin crossbars may be visible. A small mouthbrooding betta from Java.

Adult length: Up to 5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
Water temperature: 22–28 °C
pH: 5.5–7.5
Hardness: 1–5 dGH

Natural habitat: Usually inhabits calm margins and pools of clear hill streams over leaves and rocks, with records also from roadside ditches.

Despite being relatively mild, it still needs retreats. Avoid forceful food competitors; provide access to the surface for breathing and prevent jumping.

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Appearance and identification

Faint dorsal-fin crossbars may be visible.

Social behaviour and territory

May be kept in pairs or small groups in 60×30 cm.

Diet and feeding

Try suitably sized dry food, alternating with live or frozen foods such as Daphnia and brine shrimp. Feed small portions and avoid overfeeding.

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